The Organisation

The Victorian Aboriginal Child Care 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 Family Services Practice Lead will offer strategic leadership, program expertise, and mentorship to Family Services staff and management throughout VACCA. This role requires close collaboration with all Program Managers and Team Leaders to guide and support regional Family Services teams effectively.

About You

Demonstrated commitment to VACCA's values and vision, including fostering a culturally safe work environment through culturally sensitive leadership. Understanding the ongoing impact of colonization on Aboriginal communities and a dedication to personal and collective learning about Aboriginal knowledge and practices. Commitment to improving practices and programs for Aboriginal children and families, facilitating Aboriginal-led decision-making, and prioritizing Aboriginal leadership. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively facilitate workshops and develop resources. Expertise in case management and family support, with the ability to mentor others. Problem-solving skills, teamwork aptitude, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to provide strategic direction and support staff wellbeing.

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 

Please note: This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander designated position, classified under Section 12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. This employment opportunity is only available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

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

We encourage applicants to view the Position Description before applying.

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

Application closes by 19 July 2024

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