Senior Family Violence Case Manager

Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency; Wangaratta; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction

Regular supervision

Professional development and training

Salary packaging

17.5% loading on annual leave

Access to agency vehicles for work

Employee wellbeing programs

Paid parental leave after 12 months of

Opportunity to connect with Aboriginal

Fitness Passport

Job summary

VACCA is seeking a dedicated professional to build strong relationships with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal organisations to ensure timely referrals and supports for clients in the Wangaratta region.

You will work within an Aboriginal community-controlled framework, upholding VACCA's values while advocating for women and families affected by violence, using non-judgemental approaches and local service knowledge.

Qualifications

• Commitment to VACCA's values and purpose.
• Awareness of Aboriginal cultures and issues affecting communities.
• Knowledge of family violence issues and impact on women and families in an Aboriginal context.
• Ability to empower and advocate for clients with a non-judgemental approach.
• Knowledge of local family violence programs and community services.
• Bachelor's degree in social work or willingness to work toward qualification.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships and networks with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal organisations to ensure appropriate referrals and supports.

Skills

Relationship building

Networking

Advocacy

Empowerment

Cultural awareness

Non-judgemental approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work

Job description

25d ago , from Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency VACCA

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

The role will build positive relationships and networks with relevant Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal organisations and services to ensure that appropriate referrals and supports are put in place.

About You

• Demonstrated commitment and understanding for the values that underpin VACCA' vision and purpose
• 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.
• Knowledge and understanding the issues of family violence and the impact on women, children and families in an Aboriginal context
• Ability to empower and advocate for clients with a non-judgemental approach
• Knowledge of local family violence programs, accommodation, legal health and community service within the region (or ability to quickly acquire)
• A bachelor's degree in social work (Or equivalent) or willingness to work toward the qualifications in line with the mandatory minimum qualifications policy or significant lived experience relevant to the work

Requirements

• Where a degree is commenced but not completed, salary will be fixed at Award Level 4 until successful completion
• You must have and continue to hold a full Victorian Driver's Licence, a current employment Working with Children Check card and a clear National Police Check
• 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

Application closes by 23rd 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