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Position : Full time ongoing roleLocation : Wangaratta or WodongaSalary : $85,886 - $94,589 + SUPER + NFP salary packaging 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 roleThis position will be responsible for working with Aboriginal children and families, Government and sector partners to reduce the over representation of Aboriginal children in care and in contact with the Child Protection system, strive for better outcomes for children and to build capacity in families so that children can be transitioned home.About YouThe Nugel Case Manager engages with Aboriginal children, young people, and families to support their holistic wellbeingphysical, emotional, social, cultural, and spiritual. Working within the Children, Youth and Families Act (2005) and VACCA guidelines, the role involves assessing risks, developing culturally grounded safety plans, and strengthening family connections to culture and community. Responsibilities include implementing strength-based and healing practices, advocating in the Childrens Court, and maintaining accurate case records.The position also builds collaborative relationships with families, community organisations, and government partners to ensure culturally safe, wrap-around support. Additionally, the Case Manager upholds health, safety, and compliance standards while promoting the rights and voices of Aboriginal children and families.Requirements:Social Work or related degree (child development, trauma, family dynamics) with practical experience.OR Diploma in Community Services (2+ years) with a child welfare focus, fieldwork, and case management training.Valid Police Check, a Working with Childrens Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain),Victorian Driver Licence, a current COVID-19 vaccination(Strongly Recommended).What we can offer you5 weeks annual leaveAccess to child protection and VACCA training programsExtensive support and training from VACCAs in house legal serviceA supportive environment that includes comprehensive induction and regular internal supervisionProfessional development and training opportunitiesAttractive salary packaging to increase your take home payFitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this program17.5% 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 cultureWe 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 hereNugel Case Manager - Wangaratta - L4.pdf to download the position description for this role.Application closes by 3 July 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