• Position: Full Time, Fixed Term- 12 month contracts
• Location: Chirnside Park

The Organisation

Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA) is the largest organisation of its kind in Australia, employing more than 800 employees and delivering more than 70 programs across Victoria. VACCA is an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation that supports and advocates for the Aboriginal community. Our strength lies with our people. Our team is committed to the organisation's vision and values; advocates for our children and other vulnerable community members; and shows respect for, observance and compliance with Aboriginal cultural protocols, practice and ceremony. Our Aboriginality is what distinguishes us from mainstream services and what enables us to deliver the positive outcomes we achieve for our people.

About the role

Targeted Care Packages (TCP) as a program is an initiative of the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) in response to the state governments priority to reduce the number of children/young people residing in residential care- the priority group being Aboriginal children/young people and children aged under 12 years.

The case support worker provides culturally respectful support to clients and/ or carers by supporting them in tasks such as transport, attending appointments, participating in educational, therapeutic, cultural or leisure activities. These activities are undertaken within the framework of the client’s case plan and funding allocated in their Targeted Care Package (TCP).

About You

• Some understanding of, and commitment to, the values that underpin VACCA’s vision and purpose and the capacity to take a leadership role in championing these internally and externally
• Some 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
• Some knowledge and/or lived experience with an understanding of Child Protection and out of home care system
• Some knowledge of the issues faced by children and young people in care/ leaving care.
• Preferable to have experience working with young people who have complex needs and behaviours and the ability to engage with young people with varying interests and abilities.
• Excellent time management skills, communication skills, reliability, accountability and commitment to high quality client service.
• Availability to work flexible hours will be an advantage.
• A proven ability to work as part of a team.
• A willingness to participate in training programs and in supervision
• Requirement: Current COVID-19 vaccination, a Working with Children’s Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and a valid Victorian Drivers License

What we can offer you!!

• Professional support and training via in-house learning and development training modules
• Great career development opportunities.
• Access to Employee support and wellbeing program(s)
• Opportunity to work and build connection with the Aboriginal Community and culture

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.

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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