Psychosocial Support Workers Needed in Sydney, NSW
We are hoping to complete our Sydney team as we move into 2024! We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Hours to build up gradually and are flexible, to suit your existing commitments (must be available to work 15 hours minimum, ongoing).
Only those who follow application instructions will be considered (please ensure you read through thoroughly).
Who we are
We are a small team of passionate, professional and caring individuals dedicated to providing a range of psychosocial support services for NDIS participants and their families experiencing a range of mental health conditions that may impact their day to day life. We have a reputation for delivering excellent services that are tailored to suit each participant we work with. We value integrity, compassion, empathy, collaboration, and creativity.
Our Clients
The participants we work with experience a range of psychosocial disabilities and/or mental health conditions. They value reliable, consistent, kind, empathetic and approachable workers they can trust to show up and be there. We are looking for people who share similar values in helping others. We’re a small team but we are a team that cares about our clients and our teammates and we all help and support one another so we can help others!
Role Description
As a psychosocial support worker, the role may vary depending on the unique needs of each individual client. This may include but is not limited to assisting the participant in social outings or activities, providing mentoring, developing life/social skills or providing some assistance at home with life admin (some housework may be required). We arrange a meet and greet with the participant, we match you with to ensure it is a good fit for all parties involved.
The role is casual, with potential to review to a permanent part-time position after 12 months based on performance and ability to maintain consistent regular hours (at least 20 hrs/week). We strive to look after our employees including peer support and pay (SHADS) award rates and abide by national employment standards. This role has a starting weekday rate of $40.26 per hour (casual) plus super, and other entitlements including travel.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for psychosocial support workers, to work with us within the Sydney, NSW areas including the City, Inner West, Western Sydney and surrounds. If you are the right fit, we can work with you to fill up your caseload to suit your individual situation and workload preferences.
Currently, we have work available to start immediately, in some areas (with 8am starts). In some cases, it may take a few days, a week or a few weeks to build up your desired work load, it depends on the demand at the time and our ability to match our support workers appropriately.
Minimum requirement:
- Some experience and understanding of mental health
- Communication skills (it is important as it is a remote role)
- Competent with technology and use of apps
- Caring, and sensitivity to diverse and sometimes complex needs
- license to drive in Australia with own insurance and reliable vehicle in order to travel to participants
- Police Check
- Working with Children Check
Desirable:
- Knowledge and experience in psychosocial disability and or mental health related industries.
- Studying mental health or related areas, or considering further study in related area, commitment to own professional development
- Flexibility with availability, at least 15 hours per week & willing to grow caseload, able to work 8am starts and/or do late afternoon shifts.
- Great interpersonal and communication skills, takes initiative and is proactive.
- Willing to travel up to 30 minutes – 1 hour
How to Apply
Please note, only candidates who follow the instructions below will be considered. We will not be accepting applications from agencies, or third parties.
For more info about who we are and what we are about please check out www.wellcreativeminds.com
Application Instructions
To apply, please email [email protected] with your resume and best way to contact you (including phone/mobile number).
In your email, please address the above criteria, including the following:
- Why you would like to work with Well Creative Minds
- Your primary location (or preferred areas to work)
- Your relevant experience and why you would be a good fit
- Your availability during the week (and preferred hours/days) and if successful, when you are available to start working
- Hobbies and/or interests
- Whether you have the following verifications or are willing to obtain these:
- Working with children check
- Police check
- Own vehicle and car insurance
- First aid certificate
- Completion of NDIS modules
For further information about the role, please contact us:
E) [email protected]
P) 0405 657 162
Thank you for your time in reading this job ad, if successful we will be in touch to organise an interview via video with the director and manager.