Aboriginal Family Support & Safety Practitioner

VACCA - Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency; Frankston; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Salary packaging

Leave loading 17.5%

Agency vehicles access

Wellbeing programs

Paid parental leave

Job summary

VACCA - Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency in Frankston is seeking a fixed-term full-time practitioner to backfill maternity leave. You will provide intake, assessment and immediate support within The Orange Door Hub, helping Aboriginal families access essential services in a culturally safe environment.

You will collaborate with partner services, advocate for self-determination, maintain records and contribute to strong, safe Aboriginal communities.

Qualifications

• A degree in social work (or equivalent) or willingness to work toward it.
• Minimum two years’ experience in the Family Violence sector.
• If a degree is commenced but not completed, salary is fixed at Award Level 4 until completion.
• Valid Police Check and Victorian Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain) and a Victorian Driver Licence.
• Current COVID-19 vaccination is strongly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide intake, assessment and immediate support within The Orange Door Hub.
• Connect women, children, men and families with services to strengthen safety and wellbeing.
• Advocate for self-determination and work collaboratively with internal and external services.
• Maintain accurate case records and contribute to positive outcomes for Aboriginal communities.

Skills

Intake & assessment

Trauma-informed practice

Communication

Education

Social work degree

Job description

VACCA - Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency in Frankston is seeking a fixed-term full-time practitioner to backfill maternity leave. You will provide intake, assessment and immediate support within The Orange Door Hub, helping Aboriginal families access essential services in a culturally safe environment.

You will collaborate with partner services, advocate for self-determination, maintain records and contribute to strong, safe Aboriginal communities.