Skilled Support for Autistic People
The place for Support Workers, PBS Assistants, and Therapy Assistants to find work and connect with autistic people.
The place for autistic people and their loved ones to find and connect with skilled support from dedicated, caring people who 'get' autism.
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Different Types of Support
If you're looking for support and not sure what exactly you need, check out the different types of support available.
People Looking for Support
If you're an autistic person seeking support, The Autism Site is an easy way for you to find and connect with Support Workers, PBS Assistants, and Therapy Assistants.
The Autism Site offers:
An autism-specific service - as an autism specific platform, you can be confident that whatever support you need, every person on The Autism Site understands that the needs and wants of each autistic person are as individual as they are.
Peace of mind - every person on The Autism Site has been fully verified (NDIS Worker Clearance, Working With Children Check, references, mandatory training and fully covered by our comprehensive insurance) & has completed specialised training on autism and supporting autistic people.
Choice & Control - you are in charge - whatever your support needs are you can easily search and connect with Support Workers, PBS Assistants and Therapy Assistants you like through their profiles on The Autism Site.
Convenience - organise meet and greets directly with potential workers at a time and place most convenient for you. When you're ready to proceed service agreements, invoices and administration are taken care of, simply review, approve and pay for completed shifts at the end of the week.
Great rates - PBS Assistant and Therapy Assistant rates are in line with NDIS Pricing Arrangements. Support Worker rates are negotiable.
Fees
Support Workers
Support Workers on The Autism Site are independent contractors. This means they have their own terms, conditions, and fee scales. All Support Workers are also covered by Autism Abilities' comprehensive insurance for your peace of mind. You can negotiate rates with your Support Worker, and this is reflected in your Service Agreement. Rates are capped at the current NDIS Pricing Arrangements (inclusive of the platform fee of 7.95%). Currently, the NDIS Pricing Arrangement fees are:
| Fee Type | NDIS Price Limit |
|---|---|
| Weekday Daytime (6.00am to 8.00pm) | $67.56 |
| Weekday Evening (8.00pm to 12.00am) | $74.44 |
| Weekday Nights (12.00am to 6.00am) | $75.82 |
| Saturdays (anytime) | $95.07 |
| Sundays (anytime) | $122.59 |
Positive Behaviour Support Assistants and Therapy Assistants
The hourly rate for both PBS Assistants and Therapy Assistants is fixed at $86.79 per hour for all sessions.
How The Autism Site Works
We simplify the process of getting access to the supports you need, here's how.
1
Search for a worker
This can be a Support Worker, a PBS Assistant, or even a Therapy Assistant on our network.
2
Send them a message
Directly message potential workers you are interested in to organise a free 'meet and greet' session.
3
Service Agreement
If the meet and greet goes well and you would like to proceed, request a Service Agreement, then sign and return it
4
Organise Shifts
Organise shifts directly with your worker through The Autism Site
5
Approve Shifts
Easily approve a worker's hours through your dashboard
6
Receive an Invoice
An invoice is generated at the end of each week and sent to either you (if you're self-managed), your plan manager (for plan-managed plans), or directly to the NDIA (for agency-managed plans)
Reach Us
If you have any questions about The Autism Site, what is has to offer, or how it could work for you or your loved one, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Phone number:
0481 112 928
Email:
hello@autismabilities.com.au
