Case Manager - Nugel

VACCA - Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency; Wangaratta; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Access to training programs

Professional development opportunities

Employee support and wellbeing programs

Paid parental leave after 12 months

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Victoria is seeking a dedicated Case Manager to work with Aboriginal children and families in the child protection system. The role involves assessing risks, implementing safety plans, and advocating for children's rights. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree or diploma, current working with children’s check, and a passion for supporting Aboriginal communities. This full-time position offers generous leave, professional development, and connection to Aboriginal culture.

Qualifications

• Social Work degree or Diploma in Community Services with child welfare focus required.
• Experience working with Aboriginal families preferred.
• Current COVID-19 vaccination and working with children's check necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support Aboriginal children in the child protection system.
• Develop safety plans and strengthen family connections.
• Advocate for children's rights in legal contexts.

Skills

Culturally grounded assessments

Advocacy in Children's Court

Building collaborative relationships

Understanding child protection systems

Education

Social Work or related degree

Diploma in Community Services

Job description

Overview

Case Manager - Nugel at VACCA - Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency

We are seeking a dedicated Case Manager to work with Aboriginal children and families in the child protection system, aiming to improve outcomes and strengthen family capacity. This role supports safe family preservation or reunification, in collaboration with government and sector partners, under the Child Youth and Families Act (2005).

Responsibilities

• Work directly with Aboriginal children and families in the child protection system to support holistic wellbeing (physical, emotional, social, cultural, spiritual).
• Assess risks, develop culturally grounded safety plans, and strengthen family connections to culture and community.
• Implement strength-based and healing practices, advocate in the Children’s Court, and maintain accurate case records.
• Build collaborative relationships with families, community organisations, and government partners to ensure culturally safe, wrap-around support.
• Uphold health, safety, and compliance standards and promote the rights and voices of Aboriginal children and families.

About You / Qualifications

• Social Work or related degree (child development, trauma, family dynamics) with practical experience, or
• Diploma in Community Services (2+ years) with a child welfare focus, fieldwork, and case management training.
• Current COVID-19 vaccination (including booster dose, as applicable), Working with Children’s Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain), and Victorian Driver Licence.

What We Can Offer You

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Access to training programs and VACCA legal support
• Comprehensive induction and regular internal supervision
• Professional development opportunities and salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport and 17.5% loading on annual leave
• Agency vehicles for work-related travel
• Employee support and wellbeing programs
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Opportunity to work with and build connection to the Aboriginal Community and culture

Additional Information

Applications should include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and current resume. View the Position Description prior to applying. Application closes by 19 September 2025.

VACCA is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke-free workplace. All successful applicants will undertake a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement and periodically thereafter. We are committed to Aboriginal self-determination and to ensuring dignity and respect for all cultural backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities and spiritual beliefs.

Other

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Non-profit Organizations

VACCA is a child-safe organisation.