Support Workers in Perth

What is a support worker?

A support worker is someone who helps people with their daily living tasks when they can't manage on their own due to age, illness, or disability. They assist with personal care tasks like bathing and dressing, household tasks such as cleaning and cooking, and medical needs such as managing medications. Support workers can also provide skills training and companionship, helping clients stay socially connected and emotionally supported by supporting participation in community activities. They can also provide support for people with mental health challenges. Their main goal is to improve quality of life, and make a real difference in people's lives.

If you need an independent support worker to provide you with aged care or disability care services at home, the Support Network platform can help. Sign up for free, create a unique profile, and search our database of qualified support workers to find the right one for your needs. To easily find qualified carers in Perth, register today.

Can I use my NDIS funding to hire an independent support worker?

Yes, you can hire an independent support worker to provide disability support services under your NDIS plan. If you are self-managed or using a registered plan manager, you can directly employ your own support workers to provide you with care (if your plan is managed by the NDIA, you’ll need to choose from a range of NDIS-registered providers).

If you decide to hire your own support worker for independent living, respite care services or person care services, some things you’ll need to consider are whether the person has the appropriate qualifications and clearances (e.g. a police check), establishing a service agreement with them, insurances, keeping records of the services provided, invoicing and payment.

Platforms like Support Network can help with these tasks by taking care of paperwork for you. If you’re looking for an aged care or disability worker in Perth, you can use our platform to find the right person and manage their services easily, without too much hassle.

What other types of care professionals are on Support Network?

There are plenty of independent care professionals on Support Network who offer services to local clients, including disability support workers, home care nurses, childcare workers, Allied Health professionals, mental health workers, community care workers and carers with special qualifications. If you’re looking for someone who has a special skillset, just use our search function to look for the type of care professional you need.

Whether you need a childcare worker, physiotherapist or mental health worker in Perth, we can help. Use the Support Network database to look for care professionals who are a good match for your needs. Our digital platform makes searching easy, and once you find the right team, we’ll help you manage your schedule and stay on top of payments. To get started, just register for free today.

Can you help me find disability support workers in Perth?

There are plenty of independent care professionals on Support Network who offer services to local clients, including disability support workers, home care nurses, childcare workers, Allied Health professionals, mental health workers, community care workers and carers with special qualifications. If you’re looking for someone who has a special skillset, just use our search function to look for the type of care professional you need. Whether you need a childcare worker, physiotherapist or mental health worker in Perth, we can help. Use the Support Network database to look for care professionals who are a good match for your needs. Our digital platform makes searching easy, and once you find the right team, we’ll help you manage your schedule and stay on top of payments. To get started, just register for free today.

Can you help me find disability support workers in Perth?

We sure can! Support Network can connect you with care professionals all over Australia, including disability support workers in Perth suburbs. To start searching for a NDIS support worker in Perth, simply on the Support Network sign up page, create your own personal profile, then start searching through our network of support workers, disability care professionals, childcare workers, and other professionals in the care industry. You can conduct your search by area, the skillset you’re looking for, or the days you require support. And after you hire someone, you can use the Support Network portal to set up a service agreement, process their invoices, pay them with your NDIS funding, and other administration tasks. If you run into trouble, our team are on hand to provide any assistance you need.

What kind of tasks can a support worker help me with?

Support workers are trained to help people with a wide range of tasks, with the aim of helping you live independently, take care of your health, and stay engaged with activities like school, work, socialising with others, hobbies and exercise.

• Personal care tasks – for example, bathing, getting dressed, toileting and taking care of yourself
• Managing medications – being reminded to take your medication, and ensuring you take the right dosage at the right times
• Help with preparing meals – support with cooking your own food and planning your meals
• Domestic assistance – household chores such as cleaning, doing the laundry, looking after your pet
• Assistance with mobility – help with getting around your home and community safely, so you can stay mobile
• Transport – getting a lift to appointments, outings, or to do the grocery shopping
• Companionship – wellbeing support to take care of your mental health
• Community participation – support to help you take part in activities and engage with community services
• Help with engaging in community life – getting support so you can take part in hobbies, go to events, and access community services
• Exercise support –assistance to exercise safely, or to perform therapeutic exercises recommended by your healthcare provider
• Complex care – providing support for people with complex needs

Support Network makes it easy to locate an independent community support worker in Perth who provides high quality services. Start your online search today and register for free.

Can I use Support Network to hire someone I know?

Certainly – if you have a support worker you like and you want to continue working with them, they can join your team on the Support Network platform and continue providing their services to you or your loved one.

You can also invite other people to join your team for the first time on Support Network. When you sign up on the platform, you’ll be asked if there is someone who you would like to ask to be in your support team. You can then provide their contact details and we’ll send them an email on your behalf, inviting them to join the platform as an independent service provider. We’ll explain clearly to them how everything works, manage the approval process, and process payments and invoices, so they can be part of your team and provide you with services.

Can people with Home Care Packages and NDIS plans use Support Network?

Yes, if you receive government funding through a Home Care Package or NDIS plan, you can hire an independent support worker through our platform.

The NDIS and My Aged Care have an option that enables you to manage your own plan. This means you’re in charge of how your funding is spent, and can choose your own support workers, create your own support team, and manage payments yourself rather than having things organised for you by a provider.

To hire independent aged care and disability support workers in Perth, register for fre on the Support Network website, and start your search today. The perfect support worker may be just around the corner!

Do carers on the Support Network platform undergo safety checks?

Certainly. On the Support Network platform, care providers are only approved if they have safety checks, including a police check and depending on their role, a Working with Children Check. Furthermore, each provider’s profile lists their qualifications and any courses or achievements that is relevant to their role.

Are you looking for an NDIS support worker in Perth? Once you register for free on Support Network, you can start searching our database of disability care workers to find someone that best meets your needs.

How do I receive help with using the platform?

If you run into problems while using the Support Network platform, our services team is always available to help. To ask a question or troubleshoot a problem, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

I’m a support worker in Perth. Can I join Support Network?

Support Network is a convenient way for independent support workers to find jobs close by, be their own boss, find new clients, and maintain a flexible working lifestyle. Our platform is growing each day, and we’re always looking for more care professionals to provide services to clients around Australia. If you’re a personal care assistant in Perth WA, you can join us for free and create your very own profile today.

How do I advertise a job on the Support Network platform?

Along with searching our database of carers, the Support Network platform allows members to post their own unique job ad, and invite care professionals to apply for the position.

To post a job ad, all you need to do is create a profile, go to the dashboard and select ‘post a job’, and provide details such as your location, how many care hours you require, the days you need care, and any other preferences that you might have (e.g. a male or female support worker, or a specific skillset).

When your ad has been approved, it will be seen by support workers and other care professionals on the database. When people apply for your job, you will be notified, and you’ll be able to get in touch with them directly. The more information you provide in your ad, the more effectively you’ll find a good match for your needs.

Looking for qualified caregivers in Perth to provide care services at home? Use our job ad tool to find exactly the person you need. To reach hundreds of qualified care professionals, all you need to do is register for free and create your own ad today.

What is an independent support worker?

An independent support worker is a care professional who provides services as an individual, rather than being employed by an organisation. Some of the benefits of hiring an independent support worker is being able to speak directly with them about your care, choosing your own hours, having flexibility in the services they offer, and if you choose someone local to you, and having someone who may be more adaptable to your schedule.

You can use your government funding, whether through your NDIS plan or Home Care Package, to hire an independent support worker to provide you with services. This involves choosing a self-managed plan, rather than having a provider manage your plan and deliver services on your behalf.

If you’re considering which option is best suited to your needs, here are some of the benefits to consider:

A self-managed plan with an independent support worker means:

• You can hire your own carers, and choose your own team
• Independent workers might be more flexible to your timetable
• You’re more in charge of how your funding is spent, and have more control over your care
• You can deal directly with the support worker about your care

A provider-managed care plan means:

• The provider has checks and balances in place, doing the work of checking qualifications for you
• You might be able to access carers with a wider range of skills
• You don’t have to worry about managing payment and invoicing, which can be more convenient
• This is a good option for people who don’t have the time or capacity to manage their care in a hands-on way

Looking to hire independent NDIS workers in Perth suburbs? We do the hard work for you. To find your perfect match, all you need to do is register for free and set up your own profile, and start searching our network today.

What is a support worker service agreement?

• A service agreement is an official document between a support worker and client that clearly states the conditions and terms of the relationship. It is a contract that both parties agree to, before providing services. Most service agreements include:

• The jobs a support worker will do (e.g. transport, domestic assistance, respite)
• The times and days the worker will be available to provide services
• The support worker’s rate of pay
• How long the service agreement lasts
• Any special conditions to the working relationship
• What each party is responsible for (e.g. privacy and safety rules)
• Code of conduct and handling disagreements

The service agreement is signed by both parties (the support worker and the client). This helps maintain a respectful relationship while services are being provided, and ensures that everyone knows what is expected of them during that period.

Do you need to hire a professional personal care worker in Perth? Support Network is here to help. Our database makes it easy to find the right carer for your needs – from gaining access to care professionals in your area, to choosing the person who you prefer, setting up a service agreement, and organising the admin and payments from your Home Care Package or NDIS plan. Easily manage your independent support team, with plenty of help along the way. To give our platform a try, simply register for free and set up your own profile, so you can start searching our database today.

I already have an independent support worker in Perth. Can I hire and pay them through Support Network?

Yes, you can! You can invite anyone to join your care team through Support Network: a support worker, therapist, nurse, neighbour or friend.

When you sign up, we will ask you who you would like to invite. Enter their contact details, and we will send them an email on your behalf, inviting them to join Support Network as an independent service provider. We will also explain to them how our platform works, manage their approval and take care of the payment process so they can join your personal care team as soon as possible.

Need a family support worker in Brisbane? We’re here to help. To give our platform a try, simply register for free and place an ad or set up a profile, so you can start searching through our database of excellent care professionals right away.