Organisation : Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA) via BigSplash
Location : Melbourne
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Children, Families, Indigenous
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : $70,287k to $77,604k
Application closing date : 5 May, 2019
About the organisation
The Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA) is the largest organization of its kind in Australia. VACCA is an Aboriginal community-controlled organization that supports and advocates for the Aboriginal community. Our strength lies with our people. Our team is committed to the organisation's vision and values; advocates for our children and other vulnerable community members; and shows respect for, observance and compliance with Aboriginal cultural protocols, practice and ceremony. Our Aboriginality is what distinguishes us from mainstream services and what enables us to deliver the positive outcomes we achieve for our people.
About the role
- Full time position
- Melbourne Metro
- $70,287k to $77,604k
The Opportunity
You will be responsible for engaging with the children and young people to develop a nurturing, positive relationship and to assist each child to deal with their trauma-based responses to life in a way that promotes healing, emotional growth and development of positive attitudes and life skills. You will also be responsible for overseeing the day to day running of the Residential Care placement
To be considered for this role you must demonstrate:
- Commitment to VACCA’s 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
- A relevant qualification, in line with Residential Care minimum standards, and/or be willing to undertake relevant study.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and the ability to effectively communicate with Aboriginal children and their families.
- A demonstrated ability to contribute to Aboriginal children’s emotional, physical, psychological and cultural development.
- A proven ability to work with Aboriginal children with a range of complex and diverse needs.
- An ability to respond therapeutically to Aboriginal children’s pain-based behaviours indicating an understanding of the impact of trauma and disrupted attachment on children
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: House Manager- Residential Care via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Children, #Families, #Indigenous
