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Position : Fixed Term Full Time until 28 June 2026Location : PrestonSalary : Upto $92,703 (depending on qualifications and experience), plus super and salary packaging optionsThe 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 roleReporting to the Team Leader and supported by senior staff, Case Managers will hold a mixed caseload of children authorised to VACCA as well as undertaking investigations into new child protection reports and making assessments and recommendations if a child is in need of protection. If the child is found to be in need of protection the Case Manager will work directly with children, families and community to ensure the childs safety and wellbeing.As with all of VACCAs work this will be guided by cultural values aiming to wrap our service response around the family and community as a whole in order to restore circles of care that is at the heart of the Aboriginal Way of protecting children.About YouDemonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the values that underpin VACCAs vision and purpose and the capacity to take a leadership role in championing these internally and externally.Demonstrated 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.Proven ability to effectively communicate and negotiate with Aboriginal children and families, demonstrating effective and culturally appropriate interpersonal skills e.g. active listening, empathy in all verbal and non-verbal communications.Demonstrated ability to undertake complex work with children and families who have experienced trauma and may present with challenging behaviours, using culturally safe therapeutic approaches to heal and build resilience.Demonstrated understanding of child development, attachment, and trauma as they relate to Aboriginal children.Understanding of the legislations, policy and practice requirements relating to Aboriginal children, families, and communitiesExperience or detailed understanding of completing investigations, interview strategies and documenting evidence.Ability to make assessments, including assessments of risks and the development, implementation, and review of plans for children and young people.Proven experience in preparing accurate documents and reports e.g., case notes, incident reports, court reports, that meet audience needs.Ability to collaborate with other service providers, stakeholders such as police and courts to achieve outcomes.Demonstrated ability to work in a complex, fast paced team, and to demonstrate resilience in managing competing demands.Mandatory: A recognised Social Work degree or similar welfare or behavioural related degreeRequirements: Valid Police Check, aWorking with Childrens Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and aVictorian Driver Licence.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 hereCase Manager Nugel - North - Nugel 4 - Fixed Term.pdf to download the position description for this role.Application closes by 15 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