Community Support Worker - Mental Health
Core
Provide in-person community support to individuals with mental health challenges, complex behaviors, dementia, and dual diagnoses, including personal care and medication supervision.
Role type
Community Support Worker (Mental Health & Disability)
Builds
Direct support services for vulnerable participants in the community
Domain
Mental health, disability support, and community services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Personal care, manual handling, medication administration, behavior support plan implementation, emotional regulation, documentation, driving
Preferred skills
Certificate IV in Mental Health, Certificate III/IV in Community Services, experience with ABI or dual diagnosis
Technologies
Smartphone (for rostering and documentation)
Responsibilities
Assist with hygiene, cleaning, and bedding; supervise and prompt medication administration; follow Behavior Support Plans and safety protocols; maintain accurate, objective documentation; provide personal care and manual handling when necessary.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior (minimum 6 months experience or equivalent certification)