Mallee District Aboriginal Services – Swan Hill VIC

Mallee District Aboriginal Services (MDAS) is a proud Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) committed to healing, supporting, serving and protecting Aboriginal communities across the Mallee region. Guided by our Elders and grounded by Our Lore, MDAS exists to strengthen the resilience, independence and wellbeing of our Mob.

We walk alongside individuals and families through every stage of life – caring, empowering, educating and advocating so people can be their very best selves. Our programs span across health, wellbeing, family services, community support and culture. With deep community roots and strong regional presence, MDAS is moving confidently towards becoming a sector leading ACCO known for its cultural authority and practical life-changing outcomes. Mallee District Aboriginal Services (MDAS) is northwest Victoria's leading service provider for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. More than half of our staff is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, and we're committed to providing a resilient workforce with high Aboriginal representation and demonstrated cultural competency for non-Aboriginal employees.

At MDAS, culture guides action and community voice shapes our future.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for Aboriginal people in the capacity of Team Leader Care Services.





This role undertakes the daily operations for our Care Services programs based at our Swan Hill Office and includes Home Based Care, Foster Care, Cultural Support Programs and Better Futures, First Supports and Aboriginal Lead Decision Making.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate the daily operations of the Care Support Programs.
- Provide support, supervision and mentoring to Caseworkers.
- Support Program planning, development, management and improvement.
- Quality improvement, compliance and reporting.
- Liaise and develop positive relationships with DFFH, DOJ and other community services and organisations.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

- Demonstrated leadership experience within community services or ACCHO environments.
- Understanding and knowledge of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Effective organisation and prioritisation skills to have oversight over all program areas and different funding bodies.
- Proven ability to establish and effectively manage collaborative relationships with community, government and external stakeholders.
- Relevant qualification in community services, management, or a related discipline.

Other Requirements

- Current National Police Check.
- Current Employee Working with Children Check
- Current Driver's Licence

MDAS strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and is committed to fostering a culturally secure and inclusive workplace.

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📌 Team Leader Care Support Services (Swan Hill)
🏢 Mallee District Aboriginal Services
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