About Us:
You Connect (YC), formally known as youth connections, is a not-for-profit organization that supports people living with complex mental health diagnosis that impact their day-to-day functioning.

We support people of all ages by providing a range of services in capacity-building supports, community participation, employment readiness, and housing. We strive to create a positive, person-centered environment where our clients can thrive and reach their full potential.

Position Overview:

We are seeking candidates for the following positions:

Male Support Workers with a strong understanding of supporting individuals with ASD Level 3 (Gosford Based).

Male and Female Support Workers to support our participants across our various sites in Gosford, Wyoming, Narara, Tuggerah, Saratoga, Kanwal, and Woongarrah.

In this role, you will work closely with clients who have dual diagnoses of mental health and disability such as Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, and Spinal cord Injuries . You will provide essential support in managing challenging behaviors and promoting the emotional and physical well-being of our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide person-centered care and support to individuals with various support needs.

Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, social workers, and medical professionals, to implement individualized care plans.

Monitor and record clients' progress, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.

Foster a safe and supportive environment for clients, promoting positive behaviors and healthy relationships.

Offer emotional support and guidance to clients.

Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary.

Stay up-to-date with best practices in mental health and disability support and contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Experience working with individuals with complex mental health diagnoses and various presentations of disability.

Familiarity with managing challenging behaviors, including emotional outbursts, aggression, and self-injurious behaviours.

Confidence and comfortability to provide personal care to clients in a dignified way.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Empathy, patience, and the ability to handle challenging situations calmly.

Relevant qualifications in mental health or social care are preferred.

Ability to work flexible hours, including inactive night shifts and weekends - inactive night shift availability is highly desirable.

Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

Valid first aid & CPR certificate.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Casual opportunities available with the option for permanent conversion.

Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing options (Part-time employees).

Employee Wellness program.

Employee perks program - access to range of discounts on products such as petrol, groceries, gym memberships, insurances, movie tickets, and so much more!

1 x yearly staff celebrations.

Free annual leave day in your birthday month! (Part-time employees)

If you are passionate about supporting individuals with complex support needs and have the skills and experience we're looking for, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us make a difference in the lives of those we serve.