• Position    : Full Time ongoing role
• Location   : Wangaratta or Wodonga
• Salary      :  $97,385 - $106,708 + SUPER + NFP salary packaging available

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 Senior Case Manager will work closely with the Team Leader supporting the team and taking on higher duties as delegated by the Team Leader and senior program staff. The Senior Case Manager will hold a workload reflective of the seniority of the role, being capable of working with a higher workload of more complex cases.

About You

• Demonstrates strong alignment with VACCA’s values and purpose, with the ability to lead and advocate for these values both internally and externally
• Shows deep understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal cultures and communities, with a commitment to ongoing learning and awareness of key issues impacting them.
• Skilled in conducting risk assessments, developing and reviewing care plans, and preparing accurate and purpose-driven documentation including case notes and court reports.
• Proven ability to work with other services and stakeholders (e.g., police, courts) to support effective outcomes for children and families.
• Implement the Nugel practice approach which supports strength-based strategies and engendering hope.

Requirements:

• Social Work or related degree (child development, trauma, family dynamics) with practical experience.
• OR Diploma in Community Services (2+ years) with a child welfare focus, fieldwork, and case management training.
• Valid Police Check, a Working with Children’s Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain), Victorian Driver Licence, a current COVID-19 vaccination (Strongly Recommended).

What we can offer you

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Access to child protection and VACCA training programs
• Extensive support and training from VACCA’s in house legal service
• A supportive environment that includes comprehensive induction and regular internal supervision
• Professional development and training opportunities 
• Attractive salary packaging to increase your take home pay
• Fitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this program 
• 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

 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  Nugel Snr Case Manager - SCHADS Nugel 5.pdf to download the position description for this role. 

Application closes by 24th 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 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.