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Female Youth Support Worker – Randwick

at Life with Purpose Home Care

Randwick

SCHADS Award +

20+ hours per week

Casual

Must haves for the role

  • Female support worker preferred

  • Experience supporting children or teenagers with ASD

  • Understanding of trauma-informed support practices

  • Current Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable vehicle

  • Current NDIS Worker Screening Check

  • Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)

  • Current National Police Check

  • Current First Aid Certification

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • Calm, patient, and adaptable approach

  • Ability to work independently and follow family routines and support plans

Job description

We are currently seeking a compassionate and reliable female Support Worker to support a 13-year-old female participant located in the Randwick area. This role would suit someone who is calm, patient, and experienced in supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and trauma-informed care needs.

The successful candidate will assist with school mornings, school transitions, emotional regulation, and provide general support to the family within the home and community. Building trust, creating consistency, and supporting the participant in a respectful and encouraging way will be an important part of this role.

The participant presents with challenging behaviours; however, they highly value trusted relationships. We are seeking a support worker who is committed to developing a long-term therapeutic relationship and assisting the participant with settling into school routines and transitions.

The participant enjoys animals (particularly cats and dogs), fashion, cycling, and drawing. There are dogs in the home, so applicants must be comfortable with and friendly toward dogs.

Tasks and responsibilities

  • Supporting morning routines, at school and preparation for school

  • Assisting with school drop-offs, pick-ups, and transitions

  • Providing emotional support and helping maintain calm routines

  • Supporting engagement in the community and social activities based on the participant’s interests

  • Working collaboratively with the family to provide consistent support

  • Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive daily routines

  • Assisting with regulation strategies and supporting wellbeing

Qualifications

Required

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Driver's License

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NDIS Worker Screening Check

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Working with Children Check (WWCC)

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National Police Check

Why Life with Purpose Home Care is a great place to work

Life With Purpose is focused on providing genuine, caring support that helps people feel comfortable, valued and independent in their everyday lives. Support workers are encouraged to build real connections with the people they support and play an important role in helping them work towards their personal goals.

The team values kindness, respect and ongoing learning, creating a supportive workplace where staff can continue to build their skills, confidence and experience while making a positive difference each day.