Support Worker (Mental Health) jobs in Port Macquarie, NSW

Support Worker (Mental Health) work in Port Macquarie, NSW

Support Worker (Mental Health) roles in Port Macquarie, NSW sit within growing demand driven by population expansion. Private practice is active. NDIS sector is strong. Older persons mental health is a growing need. Lifestyle appeal aids recruitment relative to more isolated regions. 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.

Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) delivers public mental health services across Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, and the surrounding Mid North Coast region. Port Macquarie Base Hospital is the principal acute facility, and community mental health teams operate across multiple sites throughout the LHD.

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 Port Macquarie, NSW

• Mid North Coast Local Health District
• Port Macquarie Base Hospital
• headspace Port Macquarie
• North Coast PHN
• Uniting (NSW)
• Mission Australia
• Mind Australia