We are seeking an experienced and reliable disability support worker to provide in-home support, assistance with daily activities, and community access for a 45-year-old female participant who is non-verbal and lives with schizophrenia. The participant requires a calm, patient, consistent, and confident support worker who can build trust and respond appropriately to complex behaviours and mental health-related needs.

Proposed Hours (Hours and days negotiable)

Thursday: 6 hours

Saturday: 6 hours

Possible addition of hours and days

Contractor Rates

Weekdays: $45 per hour

Saturday rate: $65 per hour

Sunday rate: $85 per hour

All rates are negotiable

Key Responsibilities

- Assistance with daily living activities
- Community access and appointments
- Meal preparation and household support
- Providing structured and consistent support
- Monitoring wellbeing and reporting concerns




- Maintaining accurate progress notes Supporting the participant in accordance with her care plan and individual needs

Requirements

- Previous disability or mental health support experience is essential
- Experience supporting participants with schizophrenia or complex behaviours is highly regarded
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working With Children Check where applicable
- Current First Aid and CPR
- Police Check
- Valid driver’s licence and reliable insured vehicle
- ABN and appropriate contractor insurance
- Solid communication and documentation skills
- Reliable, professional, patient, and emotionally resilient

Please apply with a brief summary of your experience, availability, proposed hourly rate, and why you believe you would be suitable for this participant.

Pay: $45.00 – $85.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Travel reimbursement

Work Location: In person

📌 Disability Support Worker – Independent Contractor EDEN NSW
🏢 Empathy Alliance
📍 Eden