Community Support Specialist for Mental Health & Dementia

Essential Workforce; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 34.000 - 44.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Essential Workforce is seeking experienced Community Support Workers to provide person-centred support for participants across Penrith and Chipping Norton, NSW. This casual position offers ongoing opportunities with flexible shifts to match availability and experience.

You will support individuals with mental health or dementia needs, assist with daily living activities, encourage independence and promote wellbeing while upholding professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions.

Formación

• Experience supporting people with mental health conditions or psychosocial disabilities.
• Experience supporting people living with dementia.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, reliable and compassionate approach.
• Ability to work independently and follow care plans.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain.
• First Aid and CPR (current or willingness to obtain).
• Valid NSW Driver's Licence.
• Reliable transport.
• Two professional references.

Responsabilidades

• Provide person-centred support in line with individual care plans
• Support participants with daily activities and community participation
• Use appropriate communication and engagement strategies
• Promote independence, dignity and choice
• Recognise and respond appropriately to changes in behaviour or wellbeing
• Maintain professional boundaries and participant confidentiality
• Complete accurate shift notes and documentation
• Communicate effectively with families, management and the wider support team

Conocimientos

Mental health support

Dementia care

Communication skills

Empathy

Independence support

Herramientas

First Aid and CPR

Descripción del empleo

Essential Workforce is seeking experienced Community Support Workers to provide person-centred support for participants across Penrith and Chipping Norton, NSW. This casual position offers ongoing opportunities with flexible shifts to match availability and experience.

You will support individuals with mental health or dementia needs, assist with daily living activities, encourage independence and promote wellbeing while upholding professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions.