Entry-Level Mental Health Support Worker (Tamworth)

Flourish Australia; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-Free Salary Packaging

SchCADS Level 2 rate

12% Super

Flexible leave provisions

Mentoring and supervision

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Flourish Australia in Tamworth is seeking an Entry-Level Support Worker to join the Accommodation team. This closed-term full-time role (76 hours per fortnight) runs until May 2027, with a rotating roster including weekend, evening and night shifts.

The role offers attractive hourly rates aligned with SCHCADS Level 2, plus 12% super and tax‑free salary packaging. You will support people with lived experience of mental health issues to achieve their goals, build skills, and live independently in

Qualifications

• Essential: Demonstrated interest in supporting people living with a mental health issue in the community.
• Essential: Recovery-based practice in the workplace.
• Essential: Alignment to Flourish Australia’s values.
• Essential: Current Australian Driver’s Licence.
• Essential: Current First Aid Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Support people in the community to achieve their goals and live independently.
• Accompany individuals on routine outings and social activities.
• Build reciprocity, trust and shared experience with service users.
• Model hope and recovery and support skill development.

Skills

Interest in mental health support

Empathy and active listening

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Flourish Australia in Tamworth is seeking an Entry-Level Support Worker to join the Accommodation team. This closed-term full-time role (76 hours per fortnight) runs until May 2027, with a rotating roster including weekend, evening and night shifts.

The role offers attractive hourly rates aligned with SCHCADS Level 2, plus 12% super and tax‑free salary packaging. You will support people with lived experience of mental health issues to achieve their goals, build skills, and live independently in