Disability Support Worker Female Only

About Care Bound

Care Bound is a specialist disability support day program provider based in Seven Hills, Western Sydney. We deliver high-quality, person-centred programs for autistic adults and participants with disability including our Active Day Program, Daily Life Skills Program, Afternoon Program, School Pickup Program, and Community Participation supports.

Our mission is simple: to empower participants and their families by building capacity, independence, and positive life outcomes. We work closely with families, allied health professionals, and support coordinators to ensure every participant thrives in a structured, warm, and genuinely purposeful environment.

We are growing and looking for experienced, calm, and dedicated Female Disability Support Workers to join our team at our Seven Hills centre.

About the Role

You will support participants living with disability including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder and high and complex support needs across daily activities, social skills development, and community participation.

This role requires a calm, structured, and consistent approach, with a proven ability to work with participants who present with complex behaviours and communication differences. You will play a meaningful role in helping participants build real independence and genuine community connection every single day.

Due to the personal care needs of some female participants including swimming, bathroom support, and personal hygiene assistance a female support worker is required as a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with applicable anti-discrimination legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred disability support tailored to each participant's individual needs, goals, and support plan
• Support daily living activities (ADLs) with dignity and respect including personal care, meal preparation, and hygiene assistance
• Apply structured Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies consistently and proactively
• Implement choice and control frameworks to promote participant autonomy and independence
• Use proactive and reactive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies as required
• Facilitate community participation, social engagement, and life skills development in real-world environments
• Provide participant transport including pick-up and drop-off from homes, schools, and community venues
• Maintain accurate progress notes, documentation, and incident reports
• Work collaboratively with families, therapists, support coordinators, and the wider Care Bound team
• Support participants in building confidence, routine, and meaningful community connections

About You

You are calm, emotionally steady, and able to support participants with consistency, patience, and genuine respect. You communicate clearly, work well both independently and within a team, and are confident managing complex behaviours in a structured, person-centred environment.

You understand the importance of routine, safety, and respectful support when working with participants with Autism Spectrum Disorder and complex needs and you bring that understanding to every shift.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for supporting people with disability and a deep commitment to their wellbeing
• Is experienced and confident in supporting participants with autism and high and complex needs
• Is calm, structured, and consistent participants and families rely on you
• Has strong written and verbal communication skills
• Is proactive, reliable, and professional in their approach
• Can work independently and as part of a close-knit, values-led team

Essential Experience & Skills

To succeed in this role you must have demonstrated experience, including:

• Complex disability support (3+ years preferred)
• Supporting participants with Autism Spectrum Disorder (essential)
• High and complex needs client care
• Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies
• Behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
• Aggressive behaviour management
• Choice and control strategies
• Sensory and communication support approaches
• Trauma-informed care practices
• Community access and participation support
• ADL support and daily living skills assistance
• Person-centred active support

Qualifications

• Certificate III, IV or Diploma in Disability, Community Services, or a related field (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience following structured support plans and documenting progress notes accurately
• Confidence in managing behaviours using appropriate PBS and de-escalation strategies

Mandatory Requirements(or willingness to obtain)

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (less than 6 months old)
• First Aid and CPR Certification
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Own reliable, registered, and insured vehicle(required for participant transport)
• NDIS Orientation Modules
• Australian working rights

Female-Identified Role Legal Notice

This role is open to Female applicants only. Recruitment for this position is conducted in accordance with theNSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977(sections 31 and 50) and theSex Discrimination Act 1984(section 30), as being Female is a genuine occupational requirement to provide safe, appropriate, and dignified personal care to Female participants.

Our Commitment

Care Bound is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, and we are proud to have a culturally inclusive team. Diversity information, where provided, is not used as part of the selection process.

Why Work With Care Bound

• Flexible casual shifts with the opportunity to build consistent hours
• Supportive, values-led team environment with real on-shift support
• Leaders who understand and respect frontline work
• Competitive hourly rates with weekend and public holiday penalties
• Fortnightly pay
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Genuine pathways into senior and specialist support roles
• Be part of a growing, specialist day program that truly makes a difference

How to Apply

Please forward your resume includingtwo current working references