Person Centred Support Worker

Join the Forensic and Specialist Transitions team at Community Living Options, a trauma informed, psychologically aware team working under the guidance of a dedicated Service Coordinator to deliver a specialist, evidence-based model of support. The role involves 1:1 person-centred active support to a male participant living with multiple and complex mental health challenges, working alongside another team member to build trust, safety and routine. The organisation welcomes applicants with lived experience, all abilities, cultural background, gender, sexuality, age and spirituality.

Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 person-centred active support to a male participant living with multiple and complex mental health challenges; Build trust, safety and routine while supporting the participant to grow in independence and confidence; Supporting daily routines and skill building to thrive in the community; Responding to emotions and behaviours of concern with compassion, consistency and professionalism; Encouraging independence through community access, goings for drives, fun activities and more; Implementing Behaviour Support Plans and contributing to safety and risk assessments; Promoting dignity, choice, empowerment and hope in every interaction

Requirements

NDIS Worker Screening; Working with Children Check; A current Driver's License; Current First Aid & CPR Certificates; Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability/Aged Care) or similar qualification (applicants without qualifications are also welcome); Availability for a variety of shifts, including weekends and overnights

Nice to have

Experience in mental health, disability support work, psychosocial disability or complex behaviour support, or a keen interest in learning and growing skills; Background in disability support work, mental health, allied health, psychology, community services or similar (students and under-grads welcome); Understanding of trauma informed care, or a willingness to learn more; Confidence with risk management, safety protocols, and incident reporting; Experience in Diabetes Management and Catheter care

Benefits

Supportive and inclusive team environment; Ongoing training and development support; Salary Packaging benefits (up to $15,899 p.a tax-free); Position with purpose; Discounted Gym Memberships; Discounted Health Insurance