About the Role

Care 24 is seeking a reliable, active and culturally respectful Aboriginal Male Support Worker to provide individualised one-to-one support to a young Aboriginal man.

This role is focused on positive mentorship, cultural connection, building independence, developing life skills, supporting education and increasing community participation.

The participant would benefit from a worker who can relate to his cultural background, provide positive male mentorship and understand the importance of Aboriginal culture, identity, family, community and Men’s Business.

Gender Exemption: Keeping with the participant’s personal privacy, safety, and cultural needs (Men's Business), male-only applicants are sought for this position. This is a Genuine Occupational Requirement exempt under Section 28 / Section 8 of the Equal Prospect Act 2010 (VIC).

Key Responsibilities The role may include:

- Providing positive male mentorship and role modelling
- Supporting the participant to develop independent living skills
- Supporting study, education and learning routines
- Encouraging community participation and social engagement
- Supporting cultural and community activities
- Assisting with daily routines and household tasks
- Building confidence, motivation and decision-making skills
- Supporting appointments and recreational activities
- Encouraging healthy and active lifestyle choices
- Transporting the participant where required
- Supporting the participant to work towards his NDIS goals
- Completing progress notes and other required documentation

About You We are looking for someone who is:
- An Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander male




- Respectful and knowledgeable about Aboriginal culture and community
- Able to provide positive male mentorship
- Reliable, punctual and consistent
- Active and willing to participate in community activities
- Patient, calm and approachable
- Able to build strong rapport while maintaining professional boundaries
- Focused on participant choice, dignity and independence
- A confident and respectful communicator

Experience in disability support, youth work, mentoring, community services or working with young Aboriginal people will be highly regarded.

Essential Requirements

Applicants should have or be willing to obtain:

- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- First Aid and CPR
- Valid Australian driver's licence
- Reliable and insured vehicle where required
- Relevant disability/community services experience or qualifications
- Required Care 24 induction and training
- Working rights in Australia

Cultural Requirement This role supports a young Aboriginal man whose individual support needs include culturally appropriate male mentorship, cultural connection and matters relating to Men’s Business.

Care 24 is therefore seeking an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander male worker who can provide culturally safe, respectful and meaningful support consistent with the participant's preferences and support needs.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume or email it to [email protected] with a brief introduction outlining your:

- Support or mentoring experience
- Experience working with young people or people with disability
- Cultural and community experience
- Availability
- Current relevant checks and qualifications

Pay: $26.44 – $57.20 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Male Disability Support Worker – Complex Care & Cultural Support (Victoria)
🏢 CARE 24
📍 Victoria