Neurodiverse Support Worker

Amelia Read Psychology
Burleigh, QLD
A$40-$45 p/h
Community Services & Development → Aged & Disability Support
Contract
Remote

Posted 5 days ago


🌟 Join Our Supportive and Neuroaffirming Team! 🌟

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of neurodivergent individuals? Do you value kindness, connection, and authenticity, and are tired of working for people that don’t? We’re looking for motivated, caring, and experienced Support Workers to join our dynamic, heart-led, neuroaffirming team on the beautiful Gold Coast!

🧠 About Us

The Neurodiverse Network by Amelia Read is on a mission to create authentic, inclusive, and meaningful connections that empower neurodivergent individuals to unmask and thrive as their true selves. We’re a community that leads with lived experience, honours individuality, and champions unique strengths. Celebrating Neurodiversity, Together!

We walk alongside children, adults, and families on their unique neurodiverse journeys, offering a wide range of neuroaffirming services including:

Comprehensive assessments

Psychology intervention & other Mental Health support

Family support & parent coaching

NDIS access assistance & support coordination

Support work & therapy assistants

Therapeutic & social connection group programs

Educational webinars & workplace training

& more

👉 Learn more about us: www.neurodiversenetwork.com.au

🙌 What You’ll Be Doing

As a Support Worker at The Neurodiverse Network, you’ll help empower neurodiverse clients to live authentically - supporting them to develop independence, enhance emotional regulation, build meaningful connections, and engage confidently in their communities. Your work will be guided by a neuroaffirming, person-centred, and trauma-informed approach, underpinned by your understanding of each client’s unique profile, preferences, and needs.

Core duties include:

Assist with daily living activities (e.g. light personal care, meal prep, light household duties)

Support routines and encourage independence through tailored strategies and tools

Foster social inclusion through community access, activities, and outings tailored to the client's interests and goals

Collaborate positively with families and other stakeholders

Understand and acknowledge each person’s sensory profile, communication preferences, and regulation needs

Consistently uphold the NDIS Code of Conduct and organisational values

Maintain clear, accurate, and timely documentation to ensure quality support, effective communication, and compliance with organisational and NDIS requirements

Additional duties may include:

Supporting or facilitating our social connection group programs (in areas that are of interest to you)

Implement therapy programs in the home that are developed and overseen by our psychologists and other allied health professionals

💡 What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for multiple people who:

Have demonstrated experience working with neurodivergent individuals, particularly those with Autism Level 2

Understand autism-related communication differences, sensory sensitivities, emotional regulation challenges, and masking

Have the ability adapt to individual needs and preferences

Are compassionate, reliable, and committed to inclusive, person-centred care

Have a high level of emotional intelligence, patience, and effective communication skills

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Holds (or is working towards) a certificate or higher in disability support, community services, or similar

✅ Must-Haves

Legal right to work in Australia

Current First Aid & CPR (or willingness to obtain)

Current Blue Card (Working with Children Check)

Own ABN

Unrestricted Driver’s Licence and own reliable car

Comprehensive car insurance that is insured for business use

💌 Ready to Join Us?

If this sounds like the meaningful, rewarding work you’ve been searching for, we’d love to hear from you!

👉 Hit the Apply now button - we can't wait to hear from you!

Early applications are encouraged as they will be reviewed as received.


About Amelia Read Psychology

Burleigh, QLD, Australia

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