Disability Support Worker

Mental Health Support Worker (NDIS)

Location: Geelong, VIC
Employment Type: Casual / Part-Time / Full-Time (Flexible)
Salary: Competitive hourly rate + Staff Bonuses

Join Care Plus Professionals

Care Plus Professionals is a registered NDIS service provider based in Geelong, committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support to people living with mental health and psychosocial disabilities. We pride ourselves on our strong work ethics, supportive team culture, and multicultural workplace where every staff member is valued and respected.

We are currently seeking experienced and passionate Mental Health Support Workers to join our growing team.

About the Role

This role involves supporting participants with complex mental health needs and challenging behaviours to achieve their goals, build independence, and improve their quality of life. You will work collaboratively with participants, families, and allied health professionals while providing compassionate, professional, and recovery-focused support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support to NDIS participants with mental health and psychosocial disabilities.
• Support participants who display challenging behaviours using positive behaviour support strategies.
• Assist participants with daily living activities, community access, and skill development.
• Promote independence, social inclusion, and participant choice.
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, and incident reports.
• Follow participant care plans, organisational policies, and NDIS Practice Standards.
• Build positive, respectful, and professional relationships with participants and their support networks.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience supporting NDIS participants with mental health and psychosocial disabilities.
• Demonstrated experience working with participants presenting challenging behaviours.
• Strong understanding of person-centred and recovery-oriented practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• Current Victorian Driver Licence and reliable vehicle.
• Full Australian working rights.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.
• Staff bonus and recognition program.
• Supportive, respectful, and healthy workplace culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A motivated leadership team that values and supports its employees.
• A multicultural and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated.

Why Join Care Plus Professionals?

At Care Plus Professionals, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a positive and collaborative environment where staff are respected, supported, and encouraged to grow professionally. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with mental health challenges, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team that is committed to empowering people and creating positive outcomes in our community.