LGBTQIA+-Affirming Community Support Worker

Chosen Family; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Chosen Family in Penrith, NSW, Australia, seeks a compassionate Community Support Worker to help a participant live independently and engage with the community on their terms. The role emphasizes LGBTQIA+ affirming practice, empathy, autonomy, and strong listening.

It focuses on meaningful community access, safe transport, and respectful, confidential support. You will join an inclusive team that values identity, relationships, beliefs and personal choices, building trust through consistency and

Qualifications

• NDIS Worker Screening Check required.
• Current WWCC, if applicable.
• First Aid & CPR Certificate required.
• Current Australian Driver Licence.
• Reliable and comprehensively insured vehicle.
• Smartphone for documentation and communication.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to person-centred, respectful and non-judgmental support.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate meaningful community access and social participation.
• Provide safe transport to appointments and activities.
• Support participation in activities that reflect the participant's interests.
• Build a trusting and authentic support relationship.
• Encourage independence without being overly directive.
• Respect the participant's identity, choices, relationships, beliefs and lifestyle.
• Provide trauma-informed, neuroaffirming and person-centred support.
• Remain calm and supportive when the participant feels overwhelmed.
• Support appropriate conversations around personal or difficult topics.
• Maintain confidentiality, dignity and professional boundaries.
• Complete accurate progress notes and documentation.
• Encourage confidence, autonomy and meaningful participation.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Tools

Smartphone

Insured vehicle

Job description

Chosen Family in Penrith, NSW, Australia, seeks a compassionate Community Support Worker to help a participant live independently and engage with the community on their terms. The role emphasizes LGBTQIA+ affirming practice, empathy, autonomy, and strong listening.

It focuses on meaningful community access, safe transport, and respectful, confidential support. You will join an inclusive team that values identity, relationships, beliefs and personal choices, building trust through consistency and