• Position    : Fixed Term - Full Time (30 June 2026)
• Location   : Preston VIC 3072
• Salary      : $85,120 - $91,586 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

The Koorie Women’s Diversion Case Manager supports Aboriginal women to avoid further involvement in the justice system through tailored case management, culturally safe support, and strong advocacy. The role works closely with justice agencies and service providers to create meaningful pathways and better outcomes.

About You

The role provides culturally responsive case management to Aboriginal women and their families, coordinating referrals, developing case plans, and supporting clients in accessing services and transitioning from the program. It involves building strong relationships with justice and community agencies, promoting the program as a diversion pathway, and delivering direct support, including court advocacy, outreach, and care team coordination. The position also includes reporting, maintaining client records, contributing to program evaluation and improvement, and participating in professional development, while aligning with VACCA’s values and policies.

• Requirements:
• Diploma in Community Services or related qualifications. Qualifications relating to the justice system are desirable.
• Minimum 1 year case management experience.
• Valid Police Check, a 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 a 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 a 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 Islander people to apply

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 here  KWDP Case Worker PD (North) - June 2025.pdf, to download the position description for this role. 

Application closes by Friday, 4th July 2025

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 well-being 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