Nugel Case Manager: Trauma‑Informed Aboriginal Support

VACCA - Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Salary packaging options

Access to training programs

Fitness Passport

Parental leave after 12 months

Job summary

VACCA - Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency in Preston, VIC, is seeking a Nugel Case Manager to support Aboriginal children and families within the CYFA framework, transferring decision making to VACCA. The role focuses on culturally safe practices and collaborative work with government and sector partners to achieve safe, stable outcomes for children.

The successful candidate will apply a Cultural Therapeutic Ways approach, advocate for children’s voices, and coordinate care across

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work degree or diploma of Community Services.
• Valid Police Check.
• Working with Children Check for paid employee (or willingness to obtain).
• Victorian Driver Licence.
• Current COVID-19 vaccination strongly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Work with Aboriginal children and families, and government partners to improve outcomes.
• Apply Nugel’s Cultural Therapeutic Ways approach to case work.
• Manage trauma-informed casework with children and families.
• Develop and review care plans, including risk assessments.
• Prepare accurate case notes and court reports.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

Trauma-Informed Practice

Culturally Safe Casework

Risk Assessments

Care Planning

Report Writing

Stakeholder Coordination

Education

Social Work degree or Diploma of Community Services

Job description

VACCA - Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency in Preston, VIC, is seeking a Nugel Case Manager to support Aboriginal children and families within the CYFA framework, transferring decision making to VACCA. The role focuses on culturally safe practices and collaborative work with government and sector partners to achieve safe, stable outcomes for children.

The successful candidate will apply a Cultural Therapeutic Ways approach, advocate for children’s voices, and coordinate care across