Help a Quiet, Creative Teen Build Confidence, Connection & Independence Tuley Pty Ltd

is seeking a compassionate, patient and emotionally intelligent

Support Worker

to support a

16-year-old autistic young woman

living in the Morley area. Due to

participant preference

and the nature of the supports,

a female worker

is required for this role.

This is not a traditional support worker role. We are looking for someone who understands that meaningful support begins with trust, consistency and genuine connection.

About the Participant The young person we support is a creative and thoughtful teenager who enjoys:

Drawing and creative activities

Music

Technology and gaming

Quiet environments

Spending time with family

She experiences Autism Spectrum Disorder, social anxiety and selective mutism, and can be very quiet and withdrawn around unfamiliar people. She has low confidence and self-esteem and would benefit from support to gradually engage more in her community, explore her interests, develop independence and experience enjoyable activities outside the home.

About the Role A key focus of this role will be establishing a genuine, trusting relationship that supports confidence, resilience and positive community participation.

You will support the participant to:

Build confidence and self-esteem

Develop a positive relationship with a trusted support person outside her family

Explore interests, hobbies and new experiences

Access her community safely and confidently

Increase social confidence at her own pace

Develop greater independence in everyday activities

Learn and practise emotional regulation strategies

Participate in meaningful and enjoyable activities

Gradually broaden her experiences and engagement with the community

Have fun while working towards her goals and increased independence

Activities may include:

Creative activities and art-based outings

Music-related interests

Cafés and community outings

Shopping





Libraries

Exploring new hobbies

Local community events

Other activities identified collaboratively with the participant and family

The role will primarily involve community-based supports on weekdays.

About You We are looking for someone who is:

Calm, patient and emotionally regulated

Warm, kind and approachable

Able to build trust gradually and respectfully

Comfortable supporting a young person who may communicate very little initially

Skilled at connecting with teenagers who are socially anxious or withdrawn

Creative and able to identify activities aligned with a young person’s interests and strengths

Able to encourage participation without pressure

Reliable, consistent and professional

Passionate about supporting young people to build confidence and independence

Committed to a strengths-based and neuroaffirming approach

Essential Requirements

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Working with Children Check

Current Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle

NDIS Worker Orientation Module

Strong professional boundaries

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Highly Desirable

Experience supporting autistic teenagers or young adults

Understanding of neuroaffirming practiceExperience supporting social anxiety or selective mutism

Experience supporting emotional regulation and confidence building

Qualifications or experience in Disability Support, Youth Work, Education, Psychology, Social Work, Allied Health Assistance or related fields

Experience implementing Positive Behaviour Support strategies

Why Join Tuley? At Tuley, we believe great support starts with great relationships. We focus on person-centred, strengths-based supports that help people build confidence, develop independence and participate meaningfully in their communities.

This role offers a genuine opportunity to make a positive difference in a young person’s life by helping her build confidence, expand her world, develop meaningful connections and discover recent interests and opportunities.

📌 Support Worker Required In Morley For 16 Year Old Autistic Female (Bayswater North)
🏢 Tuley
📍 Bayswater North