Support Worker (Mental Health) jobs in Perth, WA

Support Worker (Mental Health) work in Perth, WA

Support Worker (Mental Health) roles in Perth, WA sit within consistent unmet demand across most disciplines. Psychiatry and clinical psychology shortages are acute. Retention packages and above-award salaries common in the public sector. support worker (mental health) positions are found across public health services, community organisations, and private practice in the region.

Support workers in mental health assist people with daily living tasks, community participation, medication prompting, and connection to services. They may work with NDIS participants, in supported accommodation, in community mental health outreach, or in residential rehabilitation services. The work is relationship-focused and recovery-oriented.

Western Australia's mental health services are delivered through the WA Country Health Service and the four metropolitan HHSs — North Metropolitan, South Metropolitan, East Metropolitan, and Child and Adolescent Health Service. All operate community mental health services and inpatient facilities, and are consistently recruiting across clinical disciplines.

Qualifications typically required

• Certificate III in Individual Support or Certificate IV in Mental Health
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current First Aid certificate
• Working with Children Check where applicable

Key employers in Perth, WA

• North Metropolitan Health Service
• South Metropolitan Health Service
• East Metropolitan Health Service
• Child and Adolescent Health Service
• headspace
• Ruah Community Services
• Helping Minds
• Richmond Wellbeing