• Position: Ongoing, Full time position
• Location: Preston
• Salary : $97,377 - $101,787 based on level of experience, plus super
• This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander designated position

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

Aboriginal Family Led Decision Making (AFLDM) brings together family, Elders, and key individuals to make decisions about the safety and well-being of Aboriginal children involved in the Child Protection system.

As an AFLDM Convenor, your role focuses on protecting Aboriginal children by engaging families, promoting cultural practices, and strengthening community ties. You will co-convene AFLDM meetings with Elders and the DFFH Convenor, support families in decision-making, implement case plans, and ensure accurate documentation and reporting.

About You

The role involves building and maintaining connections with Aboriginal agencies, government bodies, and community organisations while participating in training, team meetings, and case planning. It includes working collaboratively across VACCA programs, promoting Aboriginal Family Led Decision Making (AFLDM) as a core practice in Child Protection, and partnering with the DFFH AFLDM Convener to ensure culturally relevant support.

Additionally, the role oversees the monitoring and evaluation of the AFLDM program, fosters reflective practices for cultural learning, and collaborates with community service organisations and Child Protection to deliver sustainable and effective services for Aboriginal children and young people.

Requirements: 

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work or diploma in Community Services, or a desire to complete formal qualifications with significant industry experience.
• You must have and continue to hold a full Victorian Driver’s Licence, a current employment Working with Children Check card and a clear National Police Check.
• Current COVID-19 vaccination (including booster dose, as applicable), a Working with Children’s Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and a Victorian Driver Licence.

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 

Please note: This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander designated position, classified under Section 12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. This employment opportunity is only available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

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 below to download the position description for this role. 

AFLDM Convenor North PD - L5_.pdf

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