Female Disability Support Worker – Penrith, NSW
Penrith, New South Wales ****, Australia • A$36 - A$46
Casual Temporary Entry Level
Posted 15 Sep ****
Description
Chosen Family
fosters a community-centric ecosystem that embraces diversity, flexibility, and enrichment for all.
We continuously reimagine how our services can create platforms for equality, inclusion, and belonging.
Committed to a culture of acceptance, we ensure that everyone is welcomed and valued.
Recognising the interconnectedness of our humanity, we strive to empower individuals to live independently.
By honouring each person's unique identity and experiences, we celebrate and uplift one another in return.
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a
dedicated, compassionate, reliable, and respectful Female Disability Support Worker
to support a
55-year-old female participant
based in
Penrith, NSW
.
The participant is a
lower-leg amputee who uses a wheelchair
and is looking for support to maintain her independence, participate in the community, manage everyday activities, and receive practical assistance around the home.
This role is ideal for someone who is
patient, non-judgemental, person-centred, and comfortable supporting a person with a physical disability and mobility requirements
.
The participant does not have high-care needs, and there are currently
no manual handling or feeding requirements identified
.
An indoor cat is also present in the home, so applicants should be comfortable around cats.
The successful worker should be respectful of the participant's choices and lifestyle and understand that support is about
working alongside the participant rather than taking over
.
Schedule
Monday
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
8-hour shift | Ongoing weekly support
The successful applicant must be able to reliably commit to the Monday shift.
Responsibilities of the Role
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.
Applicants Must Have
Female Support Worker – required/preferred based on participant preference.
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.
Robust 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 setting 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.
About the Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will understand that disability support is about
empowering people to maintain choice, control and independence
.
You will be someone who is comfortable supporting a person with a physical disability while recognising their existing capabilities and strengths.
Rather than taking over tasks, you will work alongside the participant, providing assistance where needed while encouraging her to remain as independent as possible.
You should be
calm, dependable, practical and emotionally grounded
, with the ability to provide respectful support without judgement.
Experience with wheelchair users or people living with limb loss will be highly regarded, but we are also interested in applicants who demonstrate the right attitude, communication skills and person-centred approach.
If you are passionate about
disability inclusion, community participation, independence and supporting people to live life on their own terms
, we would love to hear from you.
Why Join Chosen Family?
At Chosen Family, we believe support is about more than completing tasks.
It is about
building trust, creating meaningful connections, promoting independence, and supporting people to live life on their own terms
.
If you are a compassionate and reliable
Female Disability Support Worker
who would enjoy providing practical, respectful and person-centred support to a participant in Penrith,
we would love to hear from you.
We strongly encourage applications from
people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse people, and LGBTQIA+ people
.
We welcome and value lived experience and knowledge.
If you are comfortable doing so, please let us know in your cover letter if this applies to you.
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📌 Female Disability Support Worker – Penrith, Nsw (New South Wales)
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