MALE Support Workers – Disability Support ( Behaviour Support, Mental Health, Teen Focused)
IMMEDIATE START
MUST SPEAK FLUENT ENGLISH
FAMILY ONLY SEEKING MALE SUPPORT WORKERS
About the Role
Striving Ability Support Service Pty Ltd is a family-owned, family-oriented not-for-profit organisation, proudly working alongside Good Directions to co-create a participant-owned workplace model where disability support is truly built around the needs, goals, and choices of the individual participant.
We are currently seeking experienced male Support Workers to provide tailored and consistent support for a 13 year-old boy. This is a unique opportunity to work within the family home, delivering strength-based and trauma-informed support with a small, dedicated team.
There are multiple positions available, which will include overnight and weekend shifts, with an immediate start for the right candidates.
Please note: This is a male-only position, as permitted under the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic) – Section 28 – due to the specific support and personal care needs of the participant.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide calm, consistent support in-home and in the community
* Assist with emotional regulation, routines, and capacity-building tasks
* Engage the participant in structured activities and community outings
* Support school transitions and therapeutic interventions
* Follow established behaviour support plans and collaborate with allied health
* Maintain respectful communication and accurate documentation
About You
You are calm under pressure, reliable, and confident in supporting children or young people with complex needs. You are also someone who:
* Has a minimum of 1 year experience working directly with children or teens with disabilities (mandatory)
* Has a keen interest in sport, enjoys being outdoors, and thrives in active, hands-on environments
* Loves driving through the bush, and ideally has a passion for 4WDing and off-road adventures
* Brings a trauma-informed, person-centred support style
* Can set clear boundaries and manage behaviours with consistency and professionalism
* Is flexible and available across mornings, afternoons, weekends, overnights, and school holidays
Mandatory Requirements – Applications will only be considered if you have:
* Minimum 1 year experience supporting children or teens with disabilities
* NDIS Worker Screening Check (valid)
* Victorian Working With Children Check (WWCC)
* First Aid Certificate including CPR (valid)
* Completed NDIS Orientation Module & Core Modules
* Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle with full insurance and able to show employer these documents
Desirable
* Certificate IV in Disability, Youth Work, Mental Health or similar
* Previous in-home support experience with children with complex needs
* Familiarity with positive behaviour support approaches
What We Offer
* Immediate start
* Casual opportunities with lead up to permanent for the right candidates
* A supportive and inclusive work environment in a family setting
* Guidance and collaboration with allied health professionals
* A fulfilling and long-term opportunity to make a real difference in a young person's life
Apply Now
If you're a passionate and experienced male support worker who's outdoorsy, active, and ready to be a reliable mentor, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience
Please Note Only Successful Candidates Will Be Contacted