Support Worker (SIL) - Fairymeadow

Payworx; Berkeley; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing shifts

Weekend hours

Supportive team

Community impact

Job summary

Payworx in Wollongong, NSW seeks compassionate Mental Health Support Workers to assist individuals on their mental health journey. You will provide person-centred care, daily living support and work sleepover shifts in a safe, supportive environment.

Requirements include NDIS Worker Screening, current First Aid/CPR, police check, a valid driver’s licence, and English fluency. Experience with schizophrenia or related conditions is desirable.

Qualifications

• Strong communication in written and spoken English.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check is mandatory.
• Police check is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and daily living support to individuals with mental health diagnoses.
• Encourage independence and implement tailored support plans.
• Create a safe, respectful, and empowering environment.
• Work collaboratively to manage complex behaviours and emotional needs.

Skills

Fluent English

Team player

Willingness to learn

Job description

Make a Real Difference – Join Our Mental Health Support Team in Wollongong! Are you passionate about supporting individuals on their mental health journey? We’re looking for compassionate and experiencedMental Health Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Wollongong, NSW.

Your Role:

• Provide person-centred care and daily living support to individuals with mental health diagnoses.
• Encourage independence and implement tailored support plans.
• Create a safe, respectful, and empowering environment.
• Work collaboratively to manage complex behaviours and emotional needs.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong communication skills with excellent spoken and written English.
• Hands‑on experience supporting individuals with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, psychosis, paranoia, or complex behaviours (highly desirable).
• CurrentNDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Validdriver’s licenceand reliable transport.
• CurrentFirst Aid and CPR certification.
• Police check,
• NDIS Orientation Modulescompletion.
• Infection control certificate
• Mental Health First AidandCertificate in Mental Health(desirable).
• Must be available for sleepover shifts (non-negotiable)
• Fluent in English
• Well‑versed in writing & documentation shift notes/incident reports
• Willingness to learn and be part of a team
• String boundaries
• Genuine passion for Support Work

Why Join Us?

• Ongoing rostered shifts with great hours, including weekends
• Supportive, inclusive team environment.
• Be part of meaningful change in the community.