The Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency (VACCA) is seeking a Part-Time Cultural Group Facilitator to deliver culturally focused group sessions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth aged 5-17 affected by family violence. The role is Melton-based with travel to Werribee.

You will design and run 8-week blocks of age appropriate activities to build understanding of emotions, relationships, personal strength and self determination, collaborating with colleagues to create a safe,

• Position : Fixed Term Full Time (12 Months)
• Location : Chirnside Park VIC 3116
• Salary : $92,286 - $99,294 based on level of experience, plus super
• This is anAboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander designated only position

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

Join VACCA in supporting the transition of Aboriginal children and families to Aboriginal Community Controlled care. Working closely with carers, community service organisations and families, you will help strengthen cultural connections for Aboriginal children and young people by promoting access to culture, community and culturally safe supports. You will build the cultural awareness of carers, foster stronger links to local Aboriginal services and community, and help create positive, connected outcomes for children and families.

About You

You are passionate about supporting Aboriginal children, young people and families to stay strong in culture, community and identity. You build trusted relationships with carers, families, community services and Aboriginal organisations, helping create culturally safe and nurturing environments for children in care. With a strong understanding of trauma informed practice, you provide guidance, cultural support and practical assistance to carers while strengthening connections to community, services and cultural opportunities. You are organised, collaborative and committed to delivering positive outcomes for Aboriginal children and young people.

• Desirable:
• Qualifications in Community Services and/or Social Work with industry experience is preferred
• 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

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

Application closes by Friday 9th 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

VACCA in Dandenong seeks a Nugel Case Manager to work with Aboriginal children and families within the child protection system, applying cultural therapeutic approaches to support safe home outcomes.

Reporting to the Team Leader, you will conduct risk assessments, develop care plans, and collaborate with police, courts, and service providers to achieve positive outcomes while ensuring accurate documentation and incorporating the child's voice.

• Position : Multiple ongoing full time (commencing from 5th October onwards)
• Location : Chirnside Park
• Salary : Between $122,458 to $129,227 (based on qualifications and experience) plus super and salary package options

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

Reporting to the Nugel Senior Program Manager, the Nugel Team Leader, will play a key leadership role in working with Aboriginal children and families, and Government and sector partners to strive for better outcomes for children and to build the capacity of families so that children can remain at home safely, or can be transitioned home.

Nugel implements Section 18 of the Child Youth and Families Act (CYFA) which transfers responsibility for decision making and direct work with Aboriginal children and their families from Department of Families Fairness and Housing (DFFH) Child Protection to VACCA. Key to transforming the way child protection is delivered, is implementing Nugel's unique practice approach which is based on Cultural Therapeutic Ways; a whole of agency approach that places culture at the centre and integrates this with theories of self-determination and trauma. The Team Leader is central to ensuring that this approach is delivered by staff they manage.

The Team Leader will provide supervision and leadership to a team of Case Managers, ensuring that all practice requirements are met. This includes investigation, assessment and action needed to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children in the program, in addition to developing case plans that meet the long-term needs of the child. Always ensuring staff practice in culturally safe ways in line with the Nugel Practice Approach and VACCA's Cultural Therapeutic Ways. In addition, they may be required to carry a small caseload.

About You 1. Commitment to VACCA's Vision and Cultural Values

• Demonstrates strong alignment with VACCA's values and purpose, with the capacity to lead and advocate for these both internally and externally.

2. Cultural Competence and Knowledge of Aboriginal Communities

• Displays deep understanding and respect for Aboriginal cultures, with a commitment to ongoing learning and awareness of key issues affecting Aboriginal communities.

3. Child Protection and Investigative Leadership

• Skilled in overseeing harm investigations, interviewing involved parties, managing children on protection orders, and supporting staff in court-related work, including report preparation and testimony.
• Understanding of the legislations, policy and practice requirements relating to Aboriginal children, families, and communities.

4. Complex Case Management and Therapeutic Leadership

• Leads complex casework involving trauma-affected children, using culturally safe and therapeutic approaches to support healing and building resilience.

5. Mentoring and Child Development Expertise

• Capable of guiding and mentoring staff in understanding child development, trauma, and attachment, especially in the context of Aboriginal children.

6. Professional Communication and Record-Keeping

• High-level written, computer, and administrative skills, with the ability to prepare, review, and maintain accurate reports and client records.

7. Team Leadership, Mentoring, and Resilience

• Demonstrates emotional intelligence, self-care, flexibility in work hours (including on-call), and encourages a culture of learning and professional growth.
• Demonstrates strong teamwork in high-pressure environments, mentors' staff, and team wellbeing

Requirements

A recognised Social Work degree or a similar welfare or behavioural related degree, valid Police Check, a Victorian Working with Children's Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and aVictorian Driver Licence.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 Application closes by 5 September 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.