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Position : Full time, Ongoing opportunity, 3 positionsLocation :Werribee, with travel to Melton as requiredSalary : $100,783.28 - $105,349.92, plus super and salary packagingThe 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 role is responsible for delivering the Aboriginal-led Case Conferencing (ALCC) program. The ALCC is an early intervention program designed to divert Aboriginal families away from the Child Protection system and into culturally safe supports. The Conferencing Convenor is referred to Aboriginal families, including those expecting a baby, who have been reported to Child Protection.Convene and facilitate Aboriginal-led case conferences with cultural sensitivity and expertiseBuild authentic relationships with Aboriginal families, respecting their unique circumstances and cultural needsCollaborate with elders, community leaders, and extended family networksDevelop comprehensive care plans that prioritize cultural connection and family preservationAbout YouDemonstrated 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.Extensive knowledge and experience working in the statutory child protection service system, including a sound knowledge of relevant child protection legislation.Proven experience in case management, including the ability to identify risk factors and develop risk management plansAbility to identify when risk levels have escalated and a consultation with Child Protection is requiredAbility to advocate alongside Aboriginal children and families for their interestsDemonstrated ability in facilitating meetings and mediating outcomes with families and stakeholdersRequirements:Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree qualification in Community Services, Social Work and/or relevant field. And/or significant experience working with Aboriginal communities, and willingness to complete relevant qualification.A Working with Childrens Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) , aVictorian Driver Licence and strong recommendation to having an updated COVID vaccinationWhat 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.Conferencing Convenor-ALCC-SCHADS5 (1).pdfApplication closes by August 11, 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