Female Support Worker – After-School Support | Strathfield, NSW

chosen family; Strathfield; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Chosen Family is seeking a compassionate Female Support Worker to assist a 17-year-old participant in Strathfield, NSW after school. You will provide supervision, help with daily routines and engage in activities to support independence and wellbeing.

Ideal candidates are experienced with autism and mental health support, comfortable in a family home, and able to maintain calm, structured boundaries while communicating observations and progress to the care team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with autism or neurodiversity.
• Ability to work in a family home environment.
• WWCC and NDIS Worker Screening/clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide after-school supervision and meaningful companionship.
• Assist with household tasks and daily routines.
• Encourage participation in recreational, creative and physical activities.
• Support emotional regulation using calm, patient approaches.
• Recognise potential triggers and respond appropriately to behaviours of concern.
• Promote independence and daily living skills.
• Maintain professional boundaries and safeguarding requirements.
• Document shift observations and communicate updates.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Reliable

Communication

Job description

Female Support Worker – After-School Support | Strathfield, NSW

Casual Temporary Entry Level

Description

Chosen Family is seeking a compassionate, reliable and experienced Female Support Worker to support a 17-year-old participant based in Strathfield, NSW.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people, understands neurodiversity and can provide patient, consistent and person-centred support in a family home environment.

We are particularly looking for someone who can build a positive rapport with the participant while encouraging independence, emotional wellbeing and meaningful engagement in everyday activities.

• Location: Strathfield, NSW 2135
• Urgent Commencement: Thursday, 12 November 2026
• Urgent Shift: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Shift Duration: 3 hours
• Total Hours: 9 hours per week

One-off applicants are also welcome! We are happy to consider suitable Support Workers who can only assist with the urgent Thursday shift.

About the Participant

You will be supporting a 17-year-old female participant with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD Level 2) and additional mental health support needs.

She enjoys:

• Sports and physical activities
• Cooking and preparing food
• Music and creative activities
• Arts and other engaging recreational experiences

T

he support arrangement involves after-school supervision, assistance with household tasks and support with daily routines.

The participant may experience emotional dysregulation and mental health-related challenges, including psychosis-related concerns. A Behaviour Support Plan is currently being developed.

We are looking for someone who can offer a calm, structured and supportive presence while respecting her individuality, preferences and emotional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide after-school supervision and meaningful companionship.
• Assist with household tasks and everyday routines.
• Encourage participation in recreational, creative and physical activities.
• Support emotional regulation using calm, patient and appropriate approaches.
• Recognise potential triggers and respond appropriately to behaviours of concern.
• Promote independence, confidence and daily living skills.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and follow safeguarding requirements.
• Communicate relevant observations and provide accurate shift documentation.

About You

The ideal candidate will be:

• Female-identifying, as preferred for this support arrangement.
• Experienced in supporting young people with autism and mental health needs.
• Calm, patient, empathetic and emotionally mature.
• Confident supporting individuals who may experience emotional outbursts or behaviours of concern.
• Able to maintain a safe, structured and supportive environment.
• Reliable, punctual and consistent with scheduled shifts.
• Comfortable working in a family home environment.
• A good communicator who understands the importance of professional boundaries.

Additional Advantage: An interest in sports, cooking, music or arts would be highly regarded.

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC).
• Relevant experience in disability and/or mental health support.
• Ability to provide appropriate references.
• Willingness to follow participant-specific support instructions and organisational policies.

Why Join Chosen Family?

At Chosen Family, we believe in providing inclusive, respectful and individualised support that empowers people to live meaningful lives.

We value our Support Workers and seek to create opportunities where your skills, compassion and commitment can make a genuine difference.

Why Join Chosen Family?

At Chosen Family, we believe in providing inclusive, respectful and individualised support that empowers people to live meaningful lives.

We value our Support Workers and seek to create opportunities where your skills, compassion and commitment can make a genuine difference.