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 solid regional presence, MDAS is moving confidently towards becoming a sector leading ACCHO known for its cultural authority and practical life-changing outcomes.

About the role

The Team Leader Family Services is responsible for the leadership and coordination of the Family Support, Justice and Housing programs, including the supervision and support of case workers across these service areas. This also includes a key focus of ensuring high quality, timely and culturally safe services are provided to Aboriginal children, individuals and families referred to these programs.

Building effective working relationships and collaboration across other MDAS Programs and with external stakeholders is also essential to this role.

This is a full-time ongoing position based at our Swan Hill office location.

Key Responsibilities

Provide daily oversight and coordination of the Family Services,



Housing and Justice Programs.

Supervise, support and provide practice guidance to case workers across the programs,

Manage and monitor referral processes, including oversight of referrals received, allocation and timely service responses.

Ensure Aboriginal culture is embedded throughout service delivery and that programs provide culturally safe and responsive practice.

Coach and model good practice with staff, including undertaking joint outreach where appropriate and facilitating reflective practice and debriefing discussions

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise and support staff within a multidisciplinary service environment

Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Effective organisation and time management skills with ability to oversee multiple program areas, operating under different funding and reporting requirements

Degree in Social Work, Psychology or similar field or Diploma of Community Services and substantial relevant experience.

Other Requirements

Current Working with Children Check

Current National Police Check

Current Drivers License

MDAS strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and shortlisting and interviews may commence prior to the closing date of 1st October 2026.

For a confidential discussion, please contact the hiring manager Kara Merritt on 03 5032 8***.

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📌 Team Leader Family Services (Swan Hill)
🏢 Mallee District Aboriginal Services
📍 Swan Hill