Carer Support Worker

VACCA Careers; Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 99,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction

Regular internal supervision

Professional development and training

Salary packaging to increase take-home

17.5% loading on annual leave

Access to agency vehicles for work

Employee support and wellbeing

Paid parental leave after 12 months

Opportunity to connect with Aboriginal

Fitness Passport

Job summary

VACCA in Dandenong VIC 3175 is seeking a motivated individual for a fixed term, part‑time role supporting carers across Kinship, Foster Care and Nugel programs. You will help strengthen connections to culture and community while promoting quality care.

The role requires at least 2 years in community services, relevant qualifications, and checks (Police, WWCC) plus a Victorian Drivers Licence. The organization offers induction, supervision, development, and benefits including salary packaging and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in community services, preferably with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.
• Valid Police Check.
• Victorian Working with Children Check for paid employees (or willingness to obtain).
• Victorian Driver Licence.
• Current COVID-19 vaccination (strongly recommended).

Skills

Carer-based projects

Education

Certificate in Community Services

Diploma in Community Services

Degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

• Position : Fixed Term - Part Time
• Location : Dandenong VIC 3175
• Salary : $92,286 - $99,294 based on level of experience, plus super

The Organisation

The 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 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.

About the role

Join VACCA in supporting carers who provide safe, nurturing homes for Aboriginal children and young people. Working across our Kinship, Foster Care and Nugel programs, you will build strong relationships with carers, helping them stay connected to culture, community, and the support they need to create positive outcomes for deadly children and families.

About You

You are passionate about supporting carers and strengthening outcomes for Aboriginal children and young people. You build strong relationships, encourage connection to culture and community, and enjoy bringing people together through local networks and events. Working alongside carers and care teams, you help ensure children thrive in safe, nurturing environments while supporting quality care and program standards.

• Desirable:
• Minimum 2 years of experience in community services, preferably with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations
• Certificate, Diploma, and/or Degree qualification in Community Services, Social Work and/or relevant field or willingness to complete relevant qualification
• Demonstrated skills and capabilities in carer-based projects
• Requirements: Valid Police Check, a Victorian Working with Children’s Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and aVictorian Driver Licence.
• Current COVID-19 vaccination(Strongly Recommended)

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
• 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
• Fitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this program

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to apply

Application closes by 27th November 2026

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