Female Disability Support Worker – North Sydney, NSW Casual Temporary Entry Level

Posted 01 Oct 2026

Description At Chosen Family, we believe great support is about more than completing tasks. It is about building trust, creating genuine human connection, encouraging independence and helping each person live life on their own terms.

We are looking for a calm, patient, reliable and compassionate Female Disability Support Worker to provide ongoing support to a 61-year-old male participant in North Sydney.

This is an opportunity to become a consistent and trusted part of someone's support network while helping them maintain their independence, confidence and connection with the community.

About the Participant The participant lives with an acquired brain injury (ABI) and OCD and perks from a support approach that is calm, structured, predictable and consistent.

The successful Support Worker will assist him to:

Maintain his independence at home and in the community

Stay engaged throughout the day

Participate in meaningful activities

Access the community

Maintain routines and daily living skills

Work towards his goal of continuing to live at home as independently as possible

This role is particularly suited to someone who genuinely enjoys companionship, conversation and relationship-based support.

The participant has an interest in current affairs, history and politics, so someone who enjoys thoughtful conversations and can develop genuine rapport will be highly valued.

The Person We're Looking For We are looking for someone who is more than simply reliable — someone who can become a consistent, trusted and positive presence in the participant's life.





You will ideally be:

Calm and patient

Warm, respectful and compassionate

Emotionally regulated and reassuring

Reliable and consistent

Observant and attentive to changes in mood or behaviour

Comfortable working independently

Able to take appropriate initiative without constant direction

Respectful of routines and the importance of predictability

A good conversationalist and listener

Comfortable supporting someone who may experience anxiety, frustration or distress

Committed to promoting independence rather than creating unnecessary dependence

An understanding of

OCD, acquired brain injury, structured routines and predictable support environments

will be highly regarded.

Female Support Worker Preferred A female Support Worker is preferred for this participant.

The participant also prefers a non-smoking Support Worker who does not have pets.

Community Access – Vehicle Required A reliable vehicle and valid Australian driver's licence are required for this role.

Community access is an important part of the support, and the successful Support Worker will need to be able to assist the participant with community outings, appointments and other activities as required.





You should be comfortable driving the participant to appropriate community destinations and supporting safe and meaningful participation outside the home.

Support Schedule Monday – Sunday (6–8 hours per shift) There is flexibility across the week, and Support Workers are encouraged to indicate the days and times they are available.

We are particularly interested in people who can offer consistent and ongoing availability, as continuity is important for this participant.

What You'll Be Supporting With Your role may include:

Providing companionship and meaningful conversation.

Building a positive and trusting professional relationship.

Supporting a structured and predictable daily routine.

Encouraging participation in meaningful activities.

Supporting community access and social participation.

Driving the participant to appointments, activities and community destinations.

Supporting independence at home and in the community.

Providing calm reassurance during periods of anxiety, frustration or distress.

Supporting transitions and changes to routine with patience and reassurance.

Encouraging positive engagement and reducing social isolation.

Supporting the development and maintenance of daily living skills.

Following individual support strategies and guidance from the participant's support team.

Completing accurate shift notes and required documentation.

Communicating professionally with the participant and Chosen Family team.

Supporting the participant's goal of remaining at home as independently as possible.

Experience & Skills We Value Experience in the following areas will be highly regarded:

Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

📌 Female Disability Support Worker – North Sydney, NSW
🏢 Chosen Family
📍 North Sydney