Support Workers in Sydney

What kind of services can you access with Support Network?

Support workers and care professionals on the Support Network platform deliver a wide range of aged care and disability support services, including:

• Domestic assistance (e.g. help with daily living tasks like cleaning and laundry)
• Light gardening
• Pet care
• Meal preparation
• Personal care (e.g. help with grooming, toileting and taking care of yourself)
• Transport
• Support with Allied Health therapies
• Community activities and social support
• Companionship
• Personal admin assistance
• Help with exercise, sports and leisure
• Help with work or study
• Nursing care for chronic diseases and complex conditions
• Medication management
• Mobility support and manual transfer
• Skills development
• Respite care

If you’re after a specific service covered by your Home Care Package or NDIS plan, you can place a job ad with Support Network that specifies what type of support you’re after, or directly contact support workers to enquire about their services through the Support Network platform.

To explore your options and find qualified carers in Sydney, register today on our platform for free, and start looking through our database for your perfect support worker match.

Can you access nursing services with Support Network?

Support Network has a wide range of care professionals that provide support services, including registered or enrolled nurses who have experience in providing home care for seniors and people with disability.

Nurses on our platform can perform tasks such as:

• Wound Care
• Palliative Nursing Care
• Catheter Care
• Medication Management
• Continence Assessment and Management
• Case Assessment and Management
• Vital Signs Monitoring
• Respiratory Care
• Care for Complex Needs
• Pre- & Post-acute Hospital Care

To find a nurse, aged care or disability worker in Sydney who is a good fit for your health needs, register for free and start your search today. We’ll take care of the admin tasks, invoicing and payment, so you can focus on your goals and what truly matters.

Can you access Allied Health services on Support Network?

An Allied Health professional is a trained and qualified healthcare worker who is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). They provide a range of therapeutic and support services connected with healthcare, to help you improve your health and wellbeing.

Support Network has plenty of experienced Allied Health professionals who provide services for people with Home Care Packages or NDIS plans. This includes:

• Occupational therapy
• Physical therapy
• Dietetics and exercise physiology
• Psychological and services
• Speech therapy and/or pathology
• Podiatry

Whether you’re looking for a mental health worker in Sydney or a physiotherapist who can provide home care services, we’ve got you covered. Find and hire the right support team with Support Network’s easy-to-use platform, so you can start working towards your goals and improving your quality of life at home. To get started, simply register for free today. Can you find disability support workers in Sydney on the platform?

Can you find disability support workers in Sydney on the platform?

The Support Network platform has a wide range of care professionals offering their services to people with disability, including disability support workers in Sydney suburbs.

To find an NDIS support worker in Sydney, simply register for free and search through our database of care professionals according to the postcode or suburb where you’d like to receive care. We’ll narrow your options down to a list of disability support workers that provide their services close to you, so you can find someone local to your area.

How do I find a support worker on the platform?

Choosing a community support worker in Sydney is a fairly straightforward process on the Support Network platform, because our tool is designed to match you with the best possible carer for your needs. To give you an idea of how the platform works, here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Create and complete your profile

After you sign up for free on the Support Network platform, make sure your profile is complete and up to date. The more information you provide about your needs, preferences, and goals, the better the match you will achieve with support workers on our data base.

2. Use the search and filter options

Once you know what you are looking for, use our search and filter to find support workers according to location, services offered (e.g., personal care, household tasks, social support), availability and when you require care, and qualifications relevant to your needs.

3. Find out more about support workers you’re interested in

Each support worker has a profile where you can find out more about their background, skills, interests, qualifications and experience. You’ll also be able to see what days they are available to provide care. This will help you make an informed decision about whether you want to get in touch and explore further.

4. Make a shortlist and compare

Create a shortlist of potential support workers. Compare their profiles, taking note of what stands out to you. Consider arranging interviews with a few candidates to ask specific questions and get a better sense of their personality and approach to care.

5. Arrange an interview or trial session

Once you have a few candidates in mind, you can reach out to arrange an interview or a trial session. This can be done directly with the support worker through the platform’s messaging system. Prepare questions to ask during the interview, such as:

• How do you handle specific tasks or situation?
• What is your approach to providing support?
• Are you available to provide emergency support?

6. Make your decision

After interviewing candidates, choose the support worker who best matches your requirements and who you feel most comfortable with. The next step is to create a service agreement with the support worker, and set up invoicing and payment. Our team can help you with these tasks, so the process is much easier for you.

Is the platform suitable for those with NDIS or Home Care packages?

Yes, you can use funding from your Home Care Package or NDIS plan to hire support workers on the Support Network platform.

Using Support Network to find aged care and disability support workers in Sydney is easy; simply register for free and search our database for support workers with experience and skills that are relevant to your needs. You can also search on behalf of a loved one, or access support workers who can provide respite care to give you a break from your caring responsibilities.

What checks do support workers on the platform undergo?

Support workers on the platform have all of the relevant safety checks related to their caring role, including a National Police Check and, if needed for their role, a Working with Children Check.

On each support worker’s profile, you’ll also be able to see all of their qualifications, along with any training they’ve completed related to their caring role. This helps you make an informed choice about your care, and find the best care professional to suit your needs.

Looking for a NDIS support worker in Sydney? We’re here to help. When you register for free on the Support Network platform, you’ll have access to a wide range of support workers in your local area, so you can access services at a time that is convenient for you.

What do I do if I need help using the platform?

Support Network’s team is available to assist with any problems you may have with accessing the database, setting up a profile and dealing with support workers. To speak to someone about your particular issues, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Need a mental health support worker in Sydney? Support Network makes it easy, whether you’re looking for someone with a specific set of skills, or a support worker who can do it all. Start your search today and find the support worker who perfectly meets your needs.

I’m a support worker in Sydney – how do I sign up?

With a growing number of clients looking for independent support workers to provide services, we’re always looking to grow our network in Sydney. If you are a personal care assistance in Sydney, or a care professional and would like to start offering your service on our platform, you can join us for free and create a new profile today. It’s an easy way to expand your client base and find jobs that are a great fit for you.

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

In addition to finding support workers in your area, you can also post your own job on the Support Network platform, increasing your chances of finding someone who is a good match for your needs.

To post your own job ad, after signing up, simply log in and click ‘post a job’ on the dashboard. Fill out the form with details like the location of the job (enter your suburb or postcode), the number of hours you require each week, any specific days that you need care for, if you have a preference for male or female support worker, any specific services that you need, (e.g. personal care, social support, transport), and any other details that you think might be relevant to the job (e.g. language requirements).

Your job will then be approved and made visible to support workers, and you'll be notified when candidates apply. Remember: the more details you provide, the better your chances of finding the right match.

Looking for caregivers in Sydney? Post an ad today to find a great match for your needs. All you need to do is register for free and follow the prompts to get started right away.

What is the difference between an independent support worker, and one who works with a provider?

An independent support worker provides services directly to a client. They work for themselves, and are able to choose their own working hours, where they work, and what services they provide. They deal with clients directly, and can tailor their services to specifically meet a person’s needs.

A support worker who is employed by a provider is part of an organisation that offers support services. Clients are assigned these workers through the provider, and they follow rules and guidelines set by their employer. They tend to provide care according to a roster, and may work with other support workers employed by the organisation to meet the client’s needs.

Your Home Care Package or NDIS plan can be used to hire either independent support workers, or those that are employed by a provider. There are benefits for either option. With an independent support worker:

• You can have more flexibility over when you receive care services
• You can communicate more directly with them about your care needs
• You can choose and hire your own support workers, rather than being reliant on your provider’s staff team
• You can have more personal involvement in your care, when provides a sense of control and independence

With a support worker employed by a provider:

• You have greater security knowing that the provider has accountability mechanisms in place
• You may be able to access carers with specialised training for complex needs
• You won’t have as responsibility over managing your care, which can be less of a burden if you prefer a less hands-on approach to your care
• This might be a better option for people who do not have the time or capacity to have heavily involved in managing their support team.

Support Network makes it easy to hire independent NDIS workers in Sydney. To find out how it works, simply register for free and set up your own profile, so you can start searching our database today.

What is a support worker service agreement?

A support worker service agreement is a formal document that clearly states the terms and conditions of the relationship between a support worker and their client. It acts as a contract that both individuals agree to before the support worker begins providing services.

A support worker service agreement typically includes:

• Services – what tasks the support worker will do (like personal care, transport, respite care or household chores)
• Schedule – when the worker will be available to work
• Payment – how much and how often the client will pay for the services
• Terms – how long the agreement lasts, how either party can end it, and any special conditions
• Responsibilities – what each person is supposed to do, like respecting privacy and following safety rules
• Code of Conduct – rules for how the support worker will behave professionally.
• Disputes – how to handle disagreements

Both the support worker and the client sign this agreement to make sure they understand and agree to these terms. It helps ensure a clear and respectful relationship while the support services are provided.

Looking to independently hire a personal care worker in Sydney? Support Network can help you through the entire process. From finding appealing candidates in your area to choosing the right person, drawing up a service agreement, and organising payments from your Home Care Package or NDIS plan, we make everything easy. 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 Sydney. 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 Sydney? 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.