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Aboriginal Children in Aboriginal Care Team LeaderPosted: 13/01/2026Closing Date: 03/02/2026Job Type: OngoingLocation: Prouses RdJob Category: Community Services & Social WorkAbout BDACBDAC is an ACCO (Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation) registered as a member under the umbrella of VACCHO (Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation) and represented nationally through NACCHO (National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation).BDAC was founded to represent and provide services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living on Djaara Country.BDAC has a responsibility to ensure growth of services, development of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, better and improved health outcomes for our people, improved quality of life and be a lead agency in providing self-determination employment and career pathways for Aboriginal people.What We Are OfferingOngoingPay aligned with SCHADS Grade 6Access to Salary Packaging12% SuperannuationSupportive work environmentOngoing training and development opportunitiesJob DescriptionAbout the PositionThe Team Leader within the Mutjang bupuwingarrak mukman program will provide high quality supervision and support to a team of staff who work in the community to promote the safety, stability and wellbeing of Aboriginal children under the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005.The ACAC Team Leader is responsible for effective service delivery, managing resources, case awaiting allocation and a small team of practitioners. The Team Leader has the formal delegation to bring about the changes necessary to ensure the cultural safety, stability and development of children and young people. The position will collaboratively with the program manager around compliance and meeting legislation requirements and as the senior case manager to strengthen case practice,provide effective service delivery and to support other practitioners. The ACAC Team Leader works in a statutory environment where they must exercise legal delegations and functions pursuant to the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005.The Act under section 18 provides the legislative mandate for ACAC programs to protect children and young people using the best interest decision making principals and SAFER risk assessment. This mandate involves receiving reports, conducting investigations, taking matters before the children''s court, supervising children on protection orders, and determining case plans for the safety and wellbeing of children and delivering case practice and case management services for children and young people who are either living with family or in out of home care.Key ResponsibilitiesExercise a wide range of authorities and legal delegations under section 18 of the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 and other specific delegations and functions including adherence to relevant practice standards.Lead and supervise a team of staff working from a strengths approach.Establish and maintain effective working relationships, ongoing communication, and successful negotiations with all key stakeholders both internal and external.Monitor and review key performance indicators to ensure effective service delivery with a focus on continual improvement.Use and coach staff to use a range of IT/web-based applications to manage workflow, approvals, and collection of information in accordance with guidelines and privacy principles.Prepare and oversee the preparation of documentation, present information and make recommendations to the Children''s Court of Victoria and other relevant courts and tribunal processes on decisions and actions in the best interests of the child.Be clear about accountability and responsibility for decisions and involve partners in joint problem solving.Contribute the body of practice and the development of policies and procedures.Maintain the operational level of program development and service delivery.Ensure applications are made to ensure all protection orders are current and updated (if required) prior to expiry date. Protection Orders that are close to expiry must be reported to the Program Manager.Authorise plans and delegated decisions in relation to risk assessment, analysis and mitigation/interventionLead planning, review and management or their own work and team members case workLead planning, review and management of issues in line with best practise principals and legislative requirementsDemonstrate expertise in reflective practices through interactions and communication with staff and stakeholdersAt times manage case allocation and case holdCreate an environment that allows for proactive and shared problem solving, supporting the team to use their strengths to resolve issuesDemonstrates leadership in applying culturally informed practiceCreates awareness of any changes in business operations and ensures implementation of new practices/processesAbility to work after hours and on call (when required)Desired Skills and ExperienceAbout YouKnowledge and understanding of Aboriginal history, Culture and the ACCHO environment.Understanding of the Children''s, Youth and Families Act 2005.Skills to engage Aboriginal families through a relational approach, maintaining professional boundaries.Knowledge of child and adolescent development and strategies for working with vulnerable children, young people and their families.Experience or detailed understanding of completing investigations, interview strategies and documenting evidence.Strong reasoning skills, ability to make assessments and communicate rational for assessments.Understanding of self-care and resilience when working with children and families in crisis and who have experienced trauma.Strong computer skills, ability to use a range of software and IT based reporting systems.Ability to prepare high quality plans, letters, emails and reports, ensure written communications achieve their purpose.Demonstrated skills in managing competing demands in a structured thoughtful manner.Ability to transport children, conduct home visits and willingness to travel as needed.Ability to work after hours and on call (when required)Skills in the delivery of supervision and managing performance issues.Expert understanding and ability to embed the CYFA 2005 in practice including the core responsibilities and principals of the Act.Education, Training and/or Competencies.MandatoryA recognised Social Work degree or a similar welfare or behavioural related degree which includes: (a) a primary focus on child development, human behaviour, family dynamics and/or impacts of trauma; and preferably (b) a practical component such as counselling or case work practiceora recognised Diploma of Community Services Work, or similar qualification which is studied over a minimum of two academic years of full-time study (or part time equivalent)How to ApplyIf this role sounds like the role for you then click on the link below and apply by attaching your CV and a cover letter detailing how you suit the role by Tuesday 3rd of February2026.Mandatory RequirementsShould an applicant be the preferred candidate, background checks (Police check, reference check and Working with Children''s Check) will be completed prior to the candidate''s employment being confirmed. #J-18808-Ljbffr