Copy of Support Worker – Inner West & Eastern Suburbs Dulwich Hill, Current South Wales 2203, Australia

Casual Temporary Associate

Posted 23 Sep 2026

Description Location:

Dulwich Hill, Coogee, Burwood & surrounding suburbs, NSW

Type:

Casual & Part Time

Position:

Support Worker – Supported Independent Living (SIL) & Community Participation

Summary Golden Heart Services is seeking compassionate and reliable Support Workers to join our growing team across Inner West and Eastern Suburbs locations.

This role involves supporting individuals with psychosocial disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and autism in both Supported Independent Living (SIL) and community settings.

We are looking for individuals who are calm, emotionally resilient, and committed to delivering person-centred, trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

Provide emotional, behavioural, and physical support to participants

Assist with daily living activities including personal care, hygiene, and meal preparation

Support participants with community access, appointments, and skill-building activities

Administer medication in line with care plans and training

Implement positive behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques

Maintain accurate documentation and progress notes

Communicate effectively with families, support coordinators, and clinical teams

Monitor and report changes in participant wellbeing or behaviour

Promote a safe, consistent, and supportive environment

Key Requirements





Current First Aid & CPR certification

NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)

Valid driver’s licence (strongly preferred)

Availability across a rotating roster including weekdays and a mix of shift types

Willingness to work across SIL and Community Participation supports

Desired Experience & Skills

Experience supporting individuals with: Psychosocial disabilities (mental health) Intellectual disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Trauma-informed care and complex behaviours Co-occurring presentations (e.g. mental health and substance use)

Strong behavioural support and de-escalation skills

Medication administration competency (highly desirable)

Manual handling and personal care experience

Understanding of NDIS Practice Standards and Code of Conduct

About You You are:

Empathetic, patient, and non-judgmental

Reliable, punctual, and adaptable

Confident working with individuals with complex or high-support needs

A strong communicator with good documentation skills

Able to maintain professional boundaries and sound judgement

Qualifications

Minimum: High School Certificate (or equivalent)

Preferred: Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disability, or Community Services

Further study in disability, mental health, or related fields is advantageous

What We Offer

Flexible casual and part-time opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to work across multiple service streams

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