Case Worker - Deadly Steps Forward

Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency Co Op; City of Darebin; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Access to agency vehicles

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

VACCA is seeking a dedicated Case Manager for the Deadly Steps Forward program in Preston. The role delivers trauma-informed, holistic case management for Aboriginal youth at bail and through court proceedings, coordinating plans and supports to improve justice outcomes.

You will work with Aboriginal communities, police, agencies and families, bringing empathy, cultural safety and strong communication to every interaction. A relevant degree in Case Management or Therapeutic Practices is required.

Qualifications

• A commitment to VACCA's vision and purpose.
• Understanding of Aboriginal communities and issues in Australia.
• Experience in case management with Aboriginal or vulnerable groups.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with diverse stakeholders.
• Work experience in Youth Justice, AOD, mental health or similar areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed, holistic therapeutic case management for Aboriginal young people at bail and until court hearings.
• Build self-determined plans and goals to improve justice outcomes.
• Coordinate intensive case management for clients aged 12–25.
• Engage with families, staff, Government Departments, police and agency partners.

Skills

Case management

Trauma-informed care

Stakeholder communication

Empathy

Problem solving

Education

Relevant degree or certifications in Case Management/Therapeutic Practices

Job description

Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency Co Op – Preston VIC

• Position : Fixed Term, Full Time until 30/06/2028
• Location : Preston
• Salary : $92,286 - $99,294 + SUPER + NFP Salary Packaging

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

VACCA’s Deadly Steps Forward program is a culturally responsive bail support service tailored to support Aboriginal people aged 12-25 years old. Intensive case management at the time of bail includes building self-determined plans and goals and aims to improve justice outcomes and address the underlying challenges faced by each young person that led to involvement with the justice system. Case Managers will provide trauma-informed, holistic therapeutic case management for Aboriginal young people at the time of bail and until court hearings

About You

• Demonstrated commitment and understanding for the values that underpin VACCA’ vision and purpose.
• Awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal societies and cultures and an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal people in contemporary Australia and the diversity of circumstances of Aboriginal people.
• Understanding complex challenges contributing to young people's offending and ability to provide support which may mitigate these underlying factors.
• Experience in case management with young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people or vulnerable groups.
• High level of empathy and problem-solving ability.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, culturally appropriate and respectful way with a range of stakeholders including staff, Government Departments, Victoria Police, agency partners, young people and their families.
• Relevant degree or certifications in Case Management and/or Therapeutic Practices (e.g. Trauma-informed Care, Mental Health and AOD, Domestic Violence, Social Work, Community Development or other relevant areas).
• Work experience in Youth Justice, Case Management, AOD, mental health or similar role.

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

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.

Please visit our careers website to download the position description for this role.

Application closes by 2nd September 2026 - This ad is subject to close upon completion of the recruitment process

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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