About the Role
Favourhill Care is currently seeking a warm, confident and reliable female Support Worker to support a female participant based in the Waterford area.
This role would suit someone patient, outgoing, emotionally mature and able to build a genuine connection with the participant over time. The participant is looking for someone who can gently encourage her to step outside of her comfort zone, explore new activities and increase her confidence in the community.
The support will primarily involve community access, social participation and capacity building. There may also be occasional in-home support with activities of daily living when the participant is not feeling able to access the community.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting the participant to access the community and explore new hobbies, interests and activities.
Encouraging confidence, independence and social participation in a gentle and respectful way.
Providing person-centred support that promotes choice, dignity and emotional safety.
Assisting with occasional in-home daily living tasks when required.
Building a positive, consistent and professional support relationship.
Maintaining clear communication with the participant, family and Favourhill Care team.
Completing accurate shift notes and following company policies and procedures.
About the Participant’s Preferred Support Worker
The participant would prefer a female Support Worker who is confident, patient, friendly and easy to talk to. Someone with lived experience as a parent would be highly regarded.
The right person will be comfortable around animals and ideally have an interest in dogs, cats, horses or outdoor activities. The participant is also interested in trail riding, tattoos and trying new things with the right support and encouragement.
We are looking for someone who can maintain professional boundaries, respect the participant’s personal values and provide support in a non-judgemental, participant-led way.
Essential Requirements
Female Support Worker preferred due to participant preference.
Previous experience in disability, mental health, psychosocial support, autism support or community access.
Current NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain.
Current Blue Card or willingness to obtain, if required.
Current First Aid and CPR.
Driver’s licence and reliable vehicle.
Comprehensive car insurance.
Good communication skills and the ability to complete shift notes.
A patient, respectful and person-centred approach.
Desirable
Experience supporting participants with autism, ADHD, trauma-informed needs or psychosocial disability.
Comfortable supporting community access and confidence-building activities.
Interest in animals, horses, outdoor activities or creative personal interests.
Mature, calm and emotionally grounded personality.
Why Join Favourhill Care?
Favourhill Care is a growing, values-driven NDIS provider committed to delivering person-centred and respectful supports. We focus on matching the right worker with the right participant because we believe that meaningful relationships lead to better outcomes.
You will be supported by a responsive team that values clear communication, professionalism and quality care.
Pay: $34.00 – $55.38 per hour
Work Location: In person
