Compassionate Disability Support Worker for Independence

Chosen Family; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Chosen Family seeks a dedicated Female Disability Support Worker to support a 55-year-old female participant in Penrith, NSW, who uses a wheelchair and lives with mobility needs. The role emphasises person-centred, respectful care and independence, with ongoing Monday shifts from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

You will help with daily activities, community access, home tasks, companionship, and mobility support while maintaining boundaries and privacy.

Qualifications

• Experience in Disability Support, Community Support, or a related field.
• Experience supporting people with physical disabilities and/or mobility needs is highly regarded.
• Comfortable supporting a person who uses a wheelchair.
• Patient, respectful, reliable and non-judgemental approach.
• Strong understanding of person-centred support and promoting independence.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working independently while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Comfortable around an indoor cat.
• Comfortable providing support in an environment where alcohol use may be present.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC), where applicable.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• First Aid Certificate.
• Reliable availability every Monday, 9:30 AM–5:30 PM.
• Current and up-to-date compliance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support that promotes the participant's independence, dignity and choice.
• Support the participant with community access and participation.
• Assist with everyday activities, errands and appointments as required.
• Provide household and domestic support.
• Assist with maintaining a comfortable and organised home environment.
• Provide companionship and positive social interaction.
• Support the participant to participate in activities of her choice.
• Assist with drop-in support as required.
• Provide practical support related to wheelchair use and mobility while respecting the participant's independence.
• Encourage confidence and independence at home and in the community.
• Support the participant to complete tasks at her own pace.
• Maintain a patient, respectful and non-judgemental approach.
• Be comfortable providing support in an environment where alcohol use may be present.
• Respect the participant's lifestyle, choices, privacy and personal autonomy.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Complete accurate progress notes and documentation following each shift.
• Communicate appropriately with the Chosen Family team regarding relevant support matters.

Skills

Disability support

Community support

Mobility support

Person-centred care

Communication skills

WWCC

NDIS Worker Screening

First Aid

Job description

Chosen Family seeks a dedicated Female Disability Support Worker to support a 55-year-old female participant in Penrith, NSW, who uses a wheelchair and lives with mobility needs. The role emphasises person-centred, respectful care and independence, with ongoing Monday shifts from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

You will help with daily activities, community access, home tasks, companionship, and mobility support while maintaining boundaries and privacy.