• Position    : Part Time - Fixed Term (12 Months)
• Location   : Dandenong/Frankston
• Salary      : $105,570 - $110,350 Based on level of experience, plus super

The Organisation

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

This is more than a coordination role. It is an opportunity to empower families to lead the decisions that matter most for their children. Working from a strength based and culturally grounded approach, you will support children, families and community to come together, share their stories, and create a pathway forward that keeps children safe, strong and connected to culture. Through Family Group Conferences, you will create a welcoming space where every voice is heard, family knowledge is respected, and lasting solutions are shaped by those who know the child best. By building strong relationships and walking alongside families on their journey, you will help create meaningful change and positive outcomes for Aboriginal children and families.

About You

You are passionate about supporting Aboriginal children and families to thrive, and believe culture, family and community are at the heart of lasting change. You build genuine relationships, bring people together with respect and empathy, and create culturally safe spaces where families feel empowered to have their voices heard. Confident working alongside Elders, community members and service partners, you are committed to strengthening family led decision making and helping families achieve the goals that matter most to them. You are organised, collaborative and motivated by the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal children, young people and families.

• Desirable:
• Substantial experience working in a client-facing role in the family services sector.
• Experience working in Aboriginal organisations and with Aboriginal communities.
• Qualifications in Social Work, Psychology and/or Child and Family Welfare or an equivalent related to community services or willingness to obtain.
• Requirements:
• Valid Police Check, a Victorian Working with Children’s Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and a Victorian Driver Licence. 
• 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 

 We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to apply

Applications should include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and current resume.

We encourage applicants to view the Position Description prior to applying.

Please click here  PD - Family Services Convenor .pdf to download the position description for this role. 

Application closes by Monday 19th October 2026

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