Aboriginal Practice Leader

Job Description

Position : Permanent, Full Time Location : Morwell Salary : $124,840 - $129,756 plus superannuation and salary package 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 Aboriginal Practice Leader will be responsible for providing practice leadership and expert advice on culturally safe and inclusive services, including family violence, child and family services, and perpetrator interventions within the Orange Door Hub. They will also work to build effective partnerships with Aboriginal services and communities, ensuring culturally competent and responsive support for Aboriginal people seeking safety. About You Commitment and understanding for the values that underpin VACCA’s vision and purpose Bachelor degree or equivalent in line with mandatory minimum qualifications Significant experience in the family violence sector, preferably working with Community Professional practice experience in family violence services, child and family services and/or broader social services sector is essential Designs and implements innovative practices to establish a culturally safe, responsive service model for Aboriginal people while engaging others in necessary change. Demonstrates leadership and expertise in delivering culturally safe services, particularly in family violence, with strong negotiation and multi-disciplinary collaboration skills. Analyses trends, obstacles, and opportunities, linking natural systems and communities to inform policy and organisational practices. Seeks and uses feedback to understand and improve personal behavior and emotional responses. Requirements: Current COVID-19 vaccination (including booster dose, as applicable), a Working with Children’s Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and a Victorian Driver Licence. 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 current resume. We encourage applicants to view the Position Description prior to applying. Please click here to download the position description for this role. Aboriginal Practice Leader Morwell - L8.pdf Application closes by 9th March 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr