Male Disability Support Worker – Erskineville, NSW

Chosen Family fosters a community-centric ecosystem that embraces diversity, flexibility, and enrichment for all. We continuously reimagine how our services can create platforms for equality, inclusion, and belonging. Committed to a culture of acceptance, we ensure that everyone is welcomed and valued. Recognising the interconnectedness of our humanity, we strive to empower individuals to live independently. By honouring each person’s unique identity and experiences, we celebrate and uplift one another in return.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Male Disability Support Worker to support a 50-year-old male participant based in Erskineville, NSW.

The participant is looking for someone who can support him to get out into the community, attend events and activities, and build greater social participation and connection.

He lives with schizophrenia and depression, so we are looking for a support worker who is patient, respectful, consistent, and comfortable providing psychosocial support.

Experience supporting people with psychosocial disabilities is highly regarded. Experience with or a connection to the LGBTIQ+ community is also preferred, as creating a safe, inclusive, and comfortable support relationship is important.

If you are someone who genuinely enjoys helping people build confidence, participate in their community, and pursue meaningful social connections, we would love to hear from you.

Shift Details

📍 Location: Erskineville, NSW 📅 Preferred Day: Monday ⏰ Preferred Time: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM 🕒 Hours: 3 hours per week 🔄 Day and time: Open to discussion

Responsibilities of the Role

• Support the participant to access and participate in the local community.
• Accompany the participant to community events, activities, appointments, and social opportunities.
• Encourage social participation, confidence, and meaningful community connections.
• Provide reliable, consistent, and person-centred support.
• Build a positive and respectful professional relationship based on trust and understanding.
• Support the participant to make choices and maintain independence.
• Provide transport as required for community access.
• Use a patient, trauma-informed, and person-centred approach when providing support.
• Respect the participant’s individual identity, preferences, experiences, and communication style.
• Maintain accurate progress notes and appropriate records following each shift.
• Communicate professionally with the participant and the Chosen Family team regarding support needs and any relevant observations.

Our Ideal Support Worker

We are particularly interested in applicants who are:

• Male
• Experienced in supporting people with psychosocial disabilities
• Patient, calm, respectful, and understanding
• Comfortable supporting someone living with mental health challenges
• Confident facilitating community access and social participation
• Reliable and consistent with their availability
• Comfortable providing transport and driving the participant to community activities
• LGBTIQ+ aware, inclusive, or connected to the LGBTIQ+ community
• Person-centred and committed to supporting individual choice and independence
• A strong communicator who can build genuine rapport with participants

Applicants Must Have

• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Valid Australian Driver’s Licence
• Reliable vehicle
• LGBTQIA+ awareness

Why Join Chosen Family?

At Chosen Family, we believe great support starts with great relationships. We value people who bring empathy, authenticity, cultural awareness, and a genuine commitment to helping others live meaningful and connected lives.

You will join a team that values diversity, inclusion, person-centred practice, and the unique experiences of every participant and support worker.

Apply now to join Chosen Family and make a meaningful difference by supporting a participant to get out, connect with his community, and participate in activities that matter to him.

We strongly encourage applications from people with a disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, Culturally & Linguistically Diverse people, and LGBTQIA+ people. We welcome and value your lived experience and knowledge. If you are comfortable doing so, please let us know in your cover letter if this applies to you.