Mentor/Support Worker - Casual Positions Available

Position Overview

This role involves delivering comprehensive hands-on assistance for recipients eligible under the Disability Services Commission (DSC) and National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Support includes help with accommodation and tenancy responsibilities; daily scheduling, skill development, decision-making, and budgeting; employment support; alongside mentoring services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certificate III and IV in Disability Services or a relevant Human Services credential.
• Background in Psychology, Social Work, or related fields, or comparable industry experience.

Desired Experience

• At least two years' involvement working with disadvantaged populations in areas such as aged care, disability, or mental health sectors, or equivalent practical experience.

Required Skills

• Strong professionalism and exceptional work ethic.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication capabilities.
• Highly effective organizational and time management skills.
• Dedication to enhancing well-being of vulnerable adults, including elderly individuals and those with disabilities or mental health challenges.
• Empathy and compassion in working with people from varied backgrounds, respecting their lifestyle, preferences, and values without judgment.
• Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to deliver outstanding results aligned with individual client goals.
• Emotional robustness to support individuals through distress, crisis, or mental health conditions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools such as Teams, Outlook, OneDrive, Word, and Excel.