Position
: Fixed Term, Full Time until 12 Feb ****
Location
: Chirnside Park
Salary
: $100,****** - $105,******, plus super and salary packaging
The Organisation
The Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency (VACCA) is an Aboriginal Community-Controlled organisation that supports and advocates for the Aboriginal Community and is the largest organisation of its kind in Australia. The VACCA team is committed to the organisation's visions and values, passionately providing support, service and advocacy for our children and other vulnerable members of the community.
Our strength lies with our people.
About the role
This role is responsible for delivering the Aboriginal-led Case Conferencing (ALCC) program. The ALCC is an early intervention program designed to divert Aboriginal families away from the Child Protection system and into culturally safe supports. The Conferencing Convenor is referred to Aboriginal families, including those expecting a baby, who have been reported to Child Protection. The Conferencing Convenor meets with families, helps to connect them with culturally safe services and facilitates Aboriginal-led case conference meetings which aim to support families to address child safety concerns.
About You
Demonstrated commitment and understanding for the values that underpin VACCA' vision and purpose
Awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal societies and cultures and an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal people in contemporary Australia and the diversity of circumstances of Aboriginal people
Experience working in a client-facing role in the child and family services sector
Proven experience in case management,



including the ability to identify risk factors and develop risk management plans
Ability to identify when risk levels have escalated and a consultation with Child Protection is required
Ability to advocate alongside Aboriginal children and families for their interests
Demonstrated ability in facilitating meetings and mediating outcomes with families and stakeholders
Strong and culturally appropriate interpersonal skills, including deep listening, compassion and the ability to effectively communicate information verbally and in writing
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other agencies to support families to navigate and access support services Aptitude for working in computer-based client management systems
A proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
Requirements:
Certificate or above in Community Services, Social work, valid Police Check, a Victorian Working with Children's Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and a Victorian Driver Licence. Current COVID-19 vaccination (Strongly Recommended)
What we can offer you
A supportive environment that includes comprehensive induction
The support of regular internal supervision
Professional development and training opportunities




Attractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
17.5% loading on annual leave
Access to agency vehicles for all work-related travel
Access to Employee support and wellbeing programs
Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
Opportunity to work and build connection with the Aboriginal Community and culture
Fitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this program
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to apply
Applications should include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and current resume. We encourage applicants to view the Position Description prior to applying. Please click here Conferencing Convenor-ALCC- Eastern - L5 (Fixed Term 12 Feb ****).pdf to download the position description for this role.
Application closes by 24 July ****
We are committed to Aboriginal self-determination and supporting solid, safe, thriving Aboriginal communities and aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity, honouring all cultural backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities and spiritual beliefs.
VACCA is a child-safe organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people with zero tolerance for child abuse. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement of employment and periodically following commencement.
VACCA is an equal opportunity employer and has a smoke-free workplace policy

📌 Conferencing Convenor- Aboriginal -Led Case Conferencing Program (Victoria)
🏢 Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency
📍 Victoria