About the role

This position involves supporting a young adult with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through community participation, independent living and capacity-building activities that promote confidence, routine and everyday life skills.

Key responsibilities
Providing transport to and from the local supermarket for the participant and his two small, friendly dogs
Encouraging independence while the participant completes their grocery shopping
Assisting with unpacking groceries and organising the kitchen
Preparing meals and portioning food into containers for the week
Light cleaning the kitchen, cooking equipment and work areas following meal preparation
Supporting a clean, secure and organised home environment
Building positive rapport while encouraging independence and community participation
Completing professional session notes following each shift

About you
Passionate about supporting young people to build confidence and independence
Experience supporting people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or a solid understanding of autism-informed support practices
Patient, reliable and professional
Enjoys community participation and practical daily living supports
Can work independently and take initiative




Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Values consistency and building long-term relationships with participants
Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
Current National Police Check
Current Australian Driver Licence
Reliable motor vehicle with comprehensive insurance
Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
Unrestricted working rights in Australia
Comfortable around dogs

About us

Shift Support is a growing disability support provider helping young people and adults with disability build confidence, independence and sustainable pathways to employment. Through our Capacity-to-Employment Model, we deliver person-centered supports that create lasting outcomes and empower young people to thrive.

Perks
Guaranteed 4-hour Friday shift every week
Additional casual shifts and genuine opportunities to increase your hours as Shift Support grows
Comprehensive onboarding, paid shadow shifts and ongoing mentoring
Build meaningful, long-term relationships with participants
Develop specialist skills in community participation and capacity-building supports
Be part of a growing organisation where your ideas, initiative and professional development are genuinely valued

📌 Capacity Building Support Worker Community Participation Hunters Hill
🏢 Shift Employment
📍 Hunters Hill