Domestic Assistance & Independent Living Support – Kirribilli, NSW 2061 in Sydney

Chosen Family is seeking a reliable, compassionate, and experienced female Support Worker to provide ongoing in-home support to a 28-year-old gender-diverse participant in Kirribilli, NSW 2061. The role focuses on household tasks, meal planning and preparation, and developing independent living skills in a supportive, respectful, and person-centred environment. The participant values consistency, routine, and predictability. We are looking for someone who can establish a positive working relationship and commit to regular weekly shifts.

Location: Kirribilli, NSW 2061

Participant: 28-year-old gender-diverse adult

Support Type: Household Tasks, Meal Preparation and Independent Living Skills

Employment Type: Casual Support Worker

Proposed Commencement: Monday, 2 November 2026

Total Support Hours: Approximately 4 hours per week

Available Shifts: Monday and Thursday

About the Participant: The participant enjoys reading, drawing, crafts, cooking, baking, walking, op shopping, and historical fencing. The participant has autism (Level 2) and psychosocial support needs associated with PTSD, OCD, depression, and anxiety. Support should be delivered with patience, respect, and an understanding of how predictable routines and a consistent support relationship can contribute to comfort, confidence, and independence. Consistency is particularly important for this role. The successful applicant should be dependable, punctual, and able to maintain an ongoing weekly commitment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monday – Domestic Assistance and Daily Routines: Assist with cleaning and general household tasks. Support the participant to maintain a comfortable and organised home environment. Encourage participation in everyday domestic routines. Promote independence by supporting the participant to complete tasks to the best of their ability. Follow the participant's preferences and established routines when providing assistance.
• Thursday – Meal Preparation and Independent Living Skills: Assist with meal planning and preparation. Support cooking and baking activities as appropriate. Encourage the development of practical cooking and household management skills. Promote confidence and independence in everyday living activities. Support the participant to make choices about meals, routines, and household activities.
• Across All Shifts: Build a consistent, respectful, and professional working relationship. Provide person-centred support that promotes autonomy, dignity, and choice. Communicate clearly, calmly, and respectfully. Respect the participant's gender identity, pronouns, privacy, and personal boundaries. Follow relevant organisational procedures, participant preferences, and support plans. Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and complete required shift documentation.

About You: We are looking for a Support Worker who is:

• Female, in accordance with the participant's stated support preference and role requirements.
• Available to work in Kirribilli, NSW, on Mondays and/or Thursdays from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
• Reliable, punctual, patient, friendly, and approachable.
• Able to commit to consistent weekly shifts and provide continuity of support.
• Experienced in, or willing and suitably equipped to support, people with autism and psychosocial disabilities.
• Comfortable assisting with cleaning, meal preparation, cooking, and daily living activities.
• Respectful and inclusive of LGBTQIA+ people and gender-diverse identities.
• Able to provide respectful, gender-affirming support, including using the participant's preferred name and pronouns.
• A clear communicator who can follow routines, instructions, and individual support preferences.
• Committed to promoting independence rather than unnecessarily completing tasks on the participant's behalf.
• Professional, dependable, and committed to quality disability support.

Experience in trauma-informed practice, autism support, and supporting people experiencing anxiety or other psychosocial challenges will be highly regarded. Applicants must be able to:

• Travel to Kirribilli, NSW 2061, for the agreed shifts.
• Confirm their availability for Mondays, Thursdays, or both.
• Maintain a reliable and consistent weekly schedule.
• Provide household assistance and practical independent living support.
• Respect the participant's identity, preferences, and individual support needs.
• Commence from 2 November 2026, subject to onboarding and required compliance checks.

Why Join Chosen Family? At Chosen Family, we are committed to person-centred disability support that promotes dignity, independence, inclusion, and meaningful participation in everyday life. We value Support Workers who build genuine professional relationships, respect individual differences, and help participants develop confidence and practical life skills. Join a team that values reliability, compassion, inclusion, and quality support.