Position
: Permanent - Full Time
Location
: Dandenong VIC ****
Salary
: $92,286 - $99,294 based on level of experience, plus super
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
In this rewarding role, you will complete Part B assessments and work alongside kinship carers and families to support children and young people as they transition into care.
You will help ensure carers have the guidance, resources and support they need to create safe, nurturing and culturally connected homes where children can thrive.
About You
You are passionate about supporting Aboriginal children, young people and their carers to feel safe, connected and supported.
You build strong relationships with families, carers and community, provide practical guidance and cultural support, and help children maintain important connections to family, culture and Country.
You are confident working directly with children and carers, preparing assessments and reports, maintaining accurate records, and using case management systems to ensure the best outcomes for children in kinship care.
Desirable:
Certificate, Diploma or Degree qualification in Community Services, Social Worker and/or substantial experience in these fields is desirable.




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
Career 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
Application closes by Friday 2nd October ****
We are committed to Aboriginal self-determination and supporting strong, 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
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📌 Case Worker - Kinship Care First Supports (Victoria)
🏢 Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency
📍 Victoria