Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency Co Op – Morwell VIC Salary: $85,120 - $91,586 plus superannuation and salary package About VACCA The Victorian Aboriginal Child Care 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 organisation's 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, and all people are welcome at VACCA! About the role This role is responsible for providing holistic case management to Aboriginal women and their children who are experiencing or escaping family violence in the Gippsland area.
The Worker will build positive relationships and networks with relevant Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal organisations and services to ensure that appropriate referrals and supports are put in place.
The Worker will carry an allocated caseload of clients providing short and medium-term outreach and case management support.
About you Demonstrated commitment and understanding for the values that underpin VACCA's vision and purpose A Bachelor's degree in social work (or equivalent) or willingness to work toward the qualification in line with the mandatory minimum qualifications policy Demonstrated ability to undertake case management tasks, such as assessment, referral, case planning, case review and exit planning that meet the audience needs.
Ability to apply a flexible, non-judgmental and empowering approach to service delivery.
Knowledge of local family violence programs, accommodation, legal, health and community services within the region or the ability to acquire this knowledge.
Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member in a challenging environment.
Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate documents and reports e.g., case notes, incident reports, court reports, work reports that meet audience needs Sound knowledge of the Family Violence Protection Act 2008, Information Sharing and Multi Agency Risk Assessment Framework (MARAM).
Requirements: Current COVID-19 vaccination (Including booster dose, as applicable), a Working with Children's Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and a valid Victorian Driver's Licence What we can offer you A supportive environment that includes comprehensive induction The support of regular internal supervision Professional development and training opportunities Attractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay 17.5% loading on annual leave Fitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this program Access to agency vehicles for all work-related travel Access to Employee support and wellbeing programs Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment Opportunity to work and build connection with the Aboriginal Community and culture We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to apply Applications should include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and current resume.
We encourage applicants to view the Position Description prior to applying.
Application closes by 20th October 2024 We 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.
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