Position: Fixed Term, Full Time until 30/06/2027
Salary: $105,570 - $110,350 + SUPER + NFP Salary Packaging
Locations: Wangaratta, VIC, Australia, ****; Wodonga, VIC, Australia, ****; Fixed Term - Full time
About 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
The role will liaise with a range of VACCA programs, Child Protection, external service providers and Community Service Organisations develop plans and engage appropriate support for clients.
Additionally, the role will be contributing to the broader team by providing mentoring and support to other team members and assist the AFPR Response Team Leader with duties as directed.
The role entails some after hours and weekend work as required.
About You
Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the values that underpin VACCA' vision and purpose and the capacity to take a leadership role in championing these internally and externally
Demonstrated awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal societies and cultures, and commitment to continually build knowledge of such, along with a high level of awareness of the key issues which impact upon Aboriginal communities.
An ability to work in a culturally respectful and competent manner, with Aboriginal young people, their families, and communities, to ensure that cultural connections are fostered and maintained.
Demonstrated understanding of issues that impact Aboriginal families, children and young people, particularly those who are involved with Child Protection.
Sound knowledge of and experience with implementing strengths-based interventions
Desirable
Certificate,



Diploma or Degree qualification in Community Services, Social Worker and/or substantial experience in these fields.
A minimum 3-5yrs experience as a Practitioner in a relevant field that supports an understanding of child development and family functioning including theories of attachment, intergenerational and personal trauma as well as relevant risk assessment frameworks, service responses and interventions in working with vulnerable families.
Requirements
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
Additional Information
We are committed to Aboriginal self‐determination and supporting robust, 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‐secure 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.
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📌 Senior Case Manager (Wangaratta)
🏢 VACCA - Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency
📍 Wangaratta