• Position: Full Time - Fixed Term 12 Months
• Location: Preston VIC 3072
• Salary: $85,120 - $91,586 based on level of experience, plus super

The Organisation

The Victorian Aboriginal Child Care 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 Case Advisor role partners closely with child protection to uphold the rights and best interests of Aboriginal children involved in child protection cases. The advisor will engage with local child protection staff, collaborate with families where abuse or neglect is alleged, and ensure that an Aboriginal perspective is integral to case planning, assessments, and decision-making.

Additionally, the role supports child protection in identifying and connecting with Aboriginal family members who can assist the child and family, builds and maintains external relationships for the benefit of the child, and fulfils reporting requirements, including case notes and file management.

About You

This role requires a strong commitment to VACCA's values and leadership in promoting them. It demands a deep understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal cultures, along with knowledge of the key issues affecting Aboriginal communities. The role involves significant experience working with Aboriginal families and children, understanding the factors leading to Child Protection involvement, and collaborating closely with Child Protection and other services to advocate for the best interests of children. It also requires the ability to assess risks within a cultural framework, work independently and in small teams, and manage administrative tasks, including case notes, file maintenance, and data recording, while effectively prioritising work in a high-pressure environment.

• A relevant qualification in Social Work, Community Services or similar discipline/framework with demonstrated industry experience in working with Aboriginal families in community.
• Experience working in the community services sector.
• 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.

Please click here: Lakidjeka_ACSASS_-_Case_Advisor_PD to download the position description for this role. 

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