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Form of workAbout the Role:
We are currently seeking an experienced Mental Health Support Workers to provide care and support for the following:
- Autism
- Mental Health
- Complex Behaviours
- ADHD
- Work location is at Ivanhoe East
To be successful you must have experience in the above along with the following.
- Experience with Mental Health, Autism and Intellectual Disability, ADHD (Mandatory).
- Experience working with adults with complex behaviours and support needs.
- Engaged and willing to learn, skilled at building rapport.
- Motivated, resilient, and enthusiastic.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Flexibility in hours and times.
Ongoing shifts, 24/7 Roster.
- Morning: 10am – 4pm
- Afternoon: 4pm – 10pm
Duties in this role include:
- Providing in-home assistance and support to participant.
- Assisting participant with challenging behaviours.
- Supporting participant in developing essential life skills and achieving their goals.
- Assisting with transports for appointments and shopping.
- Promoting community engagement and social inclusion.
- Assisting with medication administration.
- Assisting with meal preparation.
- Documenting participant progress notes and records.
- Adhering to the participants care plan and NDIS frameworks.
- Assisting with domestic tasks such general cleaning and laundry.
To be successful in this role you’ll need:
- Valid Right to Work in Australia
- Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
- Minimum 1 year experience as a Mental Health Support Worker
- Certificate III, Certificate IV in Disability, Individual Support.
- Cert IV in Mental Health (preferred)
- Experience assisting complex clients with behavioural issues.
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)
- First Aid Certificate HLTAID011 or HLTAID012 (required)
- CPR Certificate HLTAID009 (required)
- Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle (required)
- Comprehensive car insurance (required)
- Evidence of Covid vaccinations
- Willing to complete the compliance requirements and certifications once successful.
About Us
At Cosy Home Care, we are committed to providing high-quality, individualised disability care services.
The satisfaction and delight expressed by our participants and their families speak volumes of our high service quality and responsiveness. We dedicate ourselves to high quality and continuous improvement.
Ensuring safety and quality is our core consideration. We follow global best practices and adopt robust safeguard policies.
We want to hear from you!
If you have the skills and the desire to work with a professional team, and regular training and upskilling is important to you, please apply. We are on a growth trajectory, and we want the highest quality candidates working with us.
Apply today and visit our website, www.cosyhomecare.com.au
