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YOURCARE, a distinguished disability service provider in Southeast Queensland, is actively seeking a highly experienced and empathetic Mental Health Support Worker to join our committed team. This role presents a unique opportunity to engage in complex Mental Health support work, focusing on individuals with diverse needs.
About the Role:
As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will be a pivotal figure in delivering specialised support to individuals facing intricate Mental Health challenges. Your expertise will encompass a range of conditions, including but not limited to:
- Behaviours of Concern: Navigate and manage challenging behaviors with skill and compassion.
- Delusion Disorder: Provide understanding and supportive assistance for individuals experiencing delusional episodes.
- DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder): Offer tailored support for those with DID, ensuring a safe and conducive environment.
- Bipolar Disorder: Implement strategies to assist individuals with mood regulation and overall well-being.
- Schizoaffective Disorders and Schizophrenia: Employ a person-centered approach to support those with complex thought and mood disorders.
- OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder): Understand and address the specific needs associated with OCD.
- Psychosis and Perceptual Disturbances: Provide assistance for individuals experiencing perceptual challenges and episodes of psychosis.
- Performing Personal Cares & Emotional Support: Deliver compassionate care while respecting individual dignity.
Additional Experience:
- Drug and Alcohol: Provide specialised support for individuals with a history of drug and alcohol use.
- Brain Injury: Understanding and catering to the unique needs of individuals with brain injuries.
- Autism: Implement strategies to support individuals on the autism spectrum.
- Epilepsy: Address the specific challenges associated with epilepsy.
- ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder): Provide support for individuals with ADHD, considering their unique needs.
Location:
This role involves working with a diverse range of clients in the Hillcrest, Boronia Heights, and Calamvale areas.
Requirements:
To excel in this role, you must have:
- Extensive Experience:A proven track record in complex Mental Health support work, with a focus on the mentioned conditions.
- Empathy and Understanding: A compassionate approach to working with individuals facing diverse Mental Health challenges.
- Adaptability:The ability to tailor your support to the unique needs of each individual.
- Effective Communication: Strong communication skills to foster positive interactions with clients, their families, and multidisciplinary teams.
If you are an experienced Mental Health Support Worker looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact, we invite you to apply. To submit your application, please include your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
YOURCARE is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities.
