Job Title

Position :Full time, ongoing positionLocation :WerribeeSalary :$106,389.92 - $111,092.80, plus super and salary packaging is availableThe OrganisationThe 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 organisations 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 roleTeam Leader position will oversee service delivery of the Family Violence Intake, assessment and brief intervention and Family Violence Case management program. This role will also assist with the administration of the Flexible Support packages.This position will provide staff with regular professional supervision and appropriate development and training opportunities to provide a quality service and will receive professional supervision from Family Violence program ManagerAbout YouUnderstanding and awareness of Aboriginal societies and cultures and an understanding of the challenges impacting on Aboriginal children and families, particularly within the child and family welfare sector.Demonstrated experience in the successful delivery a range of appropriate holistic case management models and interventions, understanding of trauma theories understand the implications of theseHighly developed leadership management and team development skillA comprehensive understanding of the dynamics and impact of family violence in Aboriginal families and able to assess and manage risk.A proven ability to develop, manage and lead a team in quality practice with comprehensive understanding of the MARAM risk assessment tool and understanding the Information Sharing legislationRequirements:A tertiary qualification in social work, psychology, family therapy or a related disciplineCurrent COVID-19 vaccination(including booster dose,as applicable), aWorking with Childrens Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and aVictorian Driver Licence.What we can offer youA supportive environment that includes comprehensive inductionThe support of regular internal supervisionProfessional development and training opportunitiesAttractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay17.5% loading on annual leaveAccess to agency vehicles for all work-related travelAccess to Employee support and wellbeing programsPaid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employmentOpportunity to work and build connection with the Aboriginal Community and cultureFitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this programWe strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to applyApplications 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 to download the position description for this role.Family Violence Team Leader - Werribee - L6 (004) (5).pdfApplication closes byMay 21, 2025We 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr