Case Support Worker

ABCDEFG; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Training programs

In-house legal service

Job summary

VACCA is seeking a Case Support Worker in Melbourne to work with case managers and the team leader to maintain culturally appropriate court-ordered contact between children and families. The role includes providing transport and supervision of contact as needed, plus delivering various casework and admin tasks under supervision.

Applicants should have understanding of VACCA’s values, experience with Aboriginal families, knowledge of child development and trauma, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of VACCA's vision and purpose.
• Commitment to Aboriginal communities and cultures.
• Experience engaging with Aboriginal families and children.
• Knowledge of child development and childhood trauma.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with case managers and under the direction of the team leader to ensure culturally appropriate court-ordered contact between children and families.
• Provide transport for children and/or supervision of contact as required, and transport for other purposes to support the child’s needs.
• Undertake a variety of casework and administration tasks under the direction of case workers or team leader (referrals, phone calls, research supports).

Job description

The role of the Case Support Worker is to work cooperatively with case managers and under the direction of the team leader, to ensure that culturally appropriate court ordered contact is maintained between children and their families. The case support worker will provide transport for children and/or supervision of the contact as required, as well as providing transport for other purposes to support the child’s needs.

The case support worker will also undertake a variety of case work and administration tasks under the direction of the case workers or team leader, such as assisting with referrals, making phone calls, researching supports etc.

About Us

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 it’s 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 Aboriginality distinguishes us from other community organisations and we are proud of our friendly, supportive and inclusive organisational culture. We want everyone to feel welcome at VACCA. It is why we are able to deliver positive outcomes that lead to ongoing change.

Our strength lies with our people.

What we can offer

If you are successful in becoming a part of the VACCA team, you can expect that we will provide:

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Access to child protection and VACCA training programs
• Extensive support and training from VACCA’s in house legal service
• Learning and Development opportunities- Formal qualifications toexpand your knowledge and improve your career
• Generous leave entitlements including; paid maternity leave, cultural and ceremonial leave and compassionate leave
• The opportunity to participate in cultural events and other activities
• A warm, supportive and inclusive team environment and organizational culture.

About you

• Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the values that underpin VACCA’ vision and purpose and the capacity to take a leadership role in championing these internally and externally
• Demonstrated awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal societies and cultures, and commitment to continually build knowledge of such, along with a high level of awareness of the key issues which impact upon Aboriginal communities
• Demonstrated experience in working and engaging with Aboriginal families and children/ Demonstrated experience in child and family sector
• A sound knowledge of child development and childhood trauma.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander people to apply.

Application closes 3rd of July 2023.

You can also visit www.vacca.org.au to review our current vacancies, our current programs and news about our growing organisation.

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.

Advertised: 15 Jun 2023 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:

- Full time, Ongoing position- Salary from $60,798 to $67,872 plus super -based on qualifications and experience- Additional Salary Packaging options available up to $15,900- Supportive and collaborative team environment, with a positive workplace culture and highly capable team!

- Full time, Ongoing position- Salary from $60,798 to $67,872 plus super -based on qualifications and experience- Additional Salary Packaging options available up to $15,900- Supportive and collaborative team environment, with a positive workplace culture and highly capable team!