Do meaningful work you are passionate about on your terms. Working as an independent support worker gives you the freedom and flexibility to choose when and with who you work.
We only accept people that are truly passionate about working with autistic people and who align with Autism Abilities core values:
You must also have knowledge and experience of autism and supporting autistic people in a neuroaffirming, person-centred and strengths based way.
Great rates for your service are offered and we expect exceptional and reliable service in return. Rates vary according to the day and time of shifts, for a full breakdown please see the FAQ section on fees and payments.
We expect our support workers to be exceptional and have the skills and knowledge required. Hone your skills further with access to regular free training delivered by Autism Abilities team of behaviour support and allied health professionals.
All of your admin and invoicing is taken care of. Simply complete and submit your Record of Shifts to us by 11.59pm Sunday each week to receive payment the following week. Payment is made directly to your nominated bank account by EFT on a weekly basis.
All of your shifts are covered by our comprehensive insurance cover giving you and your clients total peace of mind.
If an incident occurs during a shift or if you run into any issues, you can reach out for support and assistance from the Autism Abilities team.
Please review the attachments below for further information about working as an independent support worker including the rates and fees, onboarding and verification process and application form.
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