BDAC is an ACCO (Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation) registered as a member under the umbrella of VACCHO (Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation) and represented nationally through NACCHO (National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation).
BDAC was founded to represent and provide services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living on Djaara Country.
BDAC has a responsibility to ensure growth of services, development of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, better and improved health outcomes for our people, improved quality of life and be a lead agency in providing self-determination employment and career pathways for Aboriginal people.
What We Are Offering
Full time
Fixed term 12 months
$90,000 - $100,000 annually
Access to Salary Packaging
12% Superannuation
Supportive work environment
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Job Description
About the Position
The Disability Navigator will provide targeted, culturally safe support to Aboriginal families navigating the Disability sector including National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). This role will focus on empowering families, reducing systemic barriers, and improving access to disability services for Aboriginal children, young people, and families.
Key Responsibilities
Navigating support for families with disabilities including understanding and access the NDIS, eligibility, planning, and review processes.
Advocate for families when plans require adjustment, review or appeal.
Where possible, connect families with culturally appropriate disability services, assessments and supports.
Provide education and build community knowledge around disability rights and NDIS pathways.
Work collaboratively with Family Journeys teams as well as other programs within BDAC to deliver holistic, family-focused support.
Identify and address systemic barriers impacting Aboriginal families within disability services.
Promote early intervention through proactive engagement with families.
Maintain accurate records and reporting in line with BDAC policies.
Participate in community engagement activities to strengthen partnerships and awareness.
Uphold BDAC’s values and commitment to cultural safety, child safety, and inclusion.
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
Demonstrated knowledge of disability support systems and NDIS.
Ability to deliver culturally safe and family-centred support including high level of interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with families.
Experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander families (preferred) and understanding of systemic barriers and strategies to overcome them.
Strong navigation, advocacy and communication skills and experience in community engagement initiatives.
Ability to work collaboratively with internal & external stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving and organisational skills and proficiency in maintaining accurate documentation and reporting.
Capacity to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines effectively
Education, Training and/or Competencies
Mandatory
Relevant qualifications in disability, social work, allied health or community services (or equivalent experience).
Preferred/ desired
Previous experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community members or in an Aboriginal organisation.
How to Apply
If this role sounds like the role for you then click on the link below and apply by attaching your CV and a cover letter detailing how you suit the role By Sunday 15th of March 2026
Mandatory Requirements
Should an applicant be the preferred candidate, background checks (Police check, reference check and Working with Children's Check) will be completed prior to the candidate’s employment being confirmed.
For more information about this position please see the Position Description which can be accessed via our website www.bdac.com.au or contact our human resources team on (03) 5442 4947 or send an email through to recruitment@bdac.com.au
