Organisation : Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA) via BigSplash
Location : VIC Regional (Wangaratta)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Children, Families, Indigenous
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : $55,461 - $69,000
Application closing date : 8 Oct, 2018
About the organisation
Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA) operates within the context that Aboriginal children continue to be significantly overrepresented in the protection and care system within Victoria. VACCA
considers that it has the responsibility and the opportunity to promote, advocate for and achieve positive changes in the lives of Aboriginal children, their families and the broader Aboriginal community.
If you like to be part of an Organization that strives in strengthening the safety and wellbeing and cultural connectedness of Aboriginal children, individuals and families in their community, we want to hear from you
About the role
- Location: Wangaratta
- 1 Full time position
- $55,461 – $69,000
The Opportunity
The Family Services program provides early intervention and intensive support to Aboriginal families living in Ovens Murray.
To be considered for this role you must demonstrate
- Awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal communities and culture and an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal people in contemporary Australia
- An ability to work in a culturally respectful and competent manner with young people, their families and communities to ensure that cultural connections are fostered and maintained
- You must have and continue to hold a full Victorian Driver’s Licence and a current employment working with children check card.
- 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
- Proven ability to engage Aboriginal families in need and supporting families to make positive changes
- Experience in case management and or ability to acquire
- Maintain up to date client information and files and data systems as required by the role
- Well-developed written and oral communication skills and the ability to prepare reports and meet deadlines.
- Ability to develop relationships with professionals and services to support the needs of families
- An ability to work flexible hours and participate in an on-call roster as required
Application deadline is Monday 8th October 2018
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Family Services Worker - Ovens Murray via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Children, #Families, #Indigenous
