Trauma-Informed Case Manager – Aboriginal Communities

Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency; Wangaratta; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Salary packaging options

Training programs access

Supportive supervision

Job summary

VACCA invites applications for Nugel Case Manager to work with Aboriginal children and families involved in the child protection system. The role focuses on transferring decision-making to VACCA using Cultural Therapeutic Ways and a whole-of-agency approach centered on culture and self-determination.

The successful candidate will collaborate with government partners and service providers to promote safe, family-centered outcomes and maintain strong case documentation and reporting practices.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Commitment to VACCA's vision and Aboriginal cultural awareness; champion VACCA values.
• Undertake trauma-informed, culturally safe casework with Aboriginal children and families.
• Engage with external stakeholders (police, courts, service providers) to achieve positive outcomes.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop, implement, and review care plans; document case notes and court reports.

Education

Social Work degree or diploma of Community Services

Job description

VACCA invites applications for Nugel Case Manager to work with Aboriginal children and families involved in the child protection system. The role focuses on transferring decision-making to VACCA using Cultural Therapeutic Ways and a whole-of-agency approach centered on culture and self-determination.

The successful candidate will collaborate with government partners and service providers to promote safe, family-centered outcomes and maintain strong case documentation and reporting practices.