• Position: Full time , Fixed Term – 6 months
• Location: Dandenong
• Salary: $85,120 to $91,586 plus Super & Benefits mentioned below

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

This role is responsible for overseeing the Aboriginal Family Led Decision Making (AFLDM) program in collaboration with the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH). The primary purpose of Aboriginal Family Led Decision Making (AFLDM) is to provide for the protection of Aboriginal children and young people through the involvement of family, culturally relevant practice, and the promotion of community connections.

As the AFLDM Convenor you will Facilitate engagement of extended family and community members in AFLDM meetings, preparing them for participation, and supporting them in reaching decisions that prioritize the well-being of Aboriginal children and young people. Co-convene AFLDM meetings alongside Elders/Respected Persons and the DFFH AFLDM Convener, ensuring culturally relevant practices. Work closely with families and various services to implement AFLDM case plans and ensure accurate documentation and reporting of all AFLDM cases.

About You

• Experience, or formal qualifications in Social Work, Family Support, or Family Welfare
• Demonstrated commitment and understanding for the values that underpin VACCA’ vision and purpose
• Demonstrated commitment and understanding for the values that underpin VACCA’s Vision and Purpose.
• A sound knowledge of local issues and needs of the Aboriginal Community and proven ability to advocate on behalf of the Aboriginal children and families.
• Demonstrated experience in working effectively with DFFH and other government departments and community service organisations.
• Demonstrated ability to advocate on behalf of Aboriginal children and families in ways which advance organisational objectives
• Demonstrated ability in convening and mediating outcomes with groups
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills and ability to maintain up to date client information and records.
• Requirements: 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.

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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