At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide culturally safe support to Aboriginal families and children in a community hub.
- Company: Join VACCA, the largest Aboriginal Community-Controlled organisation in Australia.
- Benefits: Attractive salary packaging, professional development, and access to wellness programs.
- Other info: Supportive environment with opportunities for career growth and connection to culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal families and communities.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in social work or relevant experience in the sector.
The predicted salary is between 105570 - 110351 $ per year.
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.
Hub Practitioner will provide culturally safe and effective responses to Aboriginal families and children seeking support and safety through the Hubs. This position will work in conjunction with Orange Door staff and Orange Door leadership in delivering the services to the Aboriginal women, men and children who enter the hub intake system to receive support and access the wider service system.
About You
- Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the values that underpin VACCA's vision and purpose and the capacity to take a leadership role in championing these internally and externally.
- Demonstrated awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal societies and cultures, and commitment to continually build knowledge of such, along with a high level of awareness of the key issues which impact upon Aboriginal communities.
- Proven ability to work and engage with Aboriginal families and children.
- Demonstrated understanding and application of Family Domestic Violence models (MARAM), approaches, theories and practices when dealing with clients.
- Demonstrated understanding and application of Information sharing scheme (FVISS, CISS).
- Demonstrated understanding of Family Support Services and different models of intervention.
- Tertiary qualification in social work, social sciences or related field or working experience and expertise in the sector.
- Knowledge of the Family Violence Protection Act 2008 and The MARAM Framework as this position is prescribed Tier 1-Comprehensive.
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.
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to apply. Application closes by September 03, 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.
Hub Practitioner - TOD employer: Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency Co Op
The Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency (VACCA) is an exceptional employer, dedicated to supporting the Aboriginal community through a strong commitment to cultural values and advocacy. Located in Wangaratta, VIC, VACCA offers a supportive work environment with extensive training programs, professional development opportunities, and attractive benefits such as five weeks of annual leave and salary packaging options. Employees are encouraged to grow within the organisation while making a meaningful impact on the lives of Aboriginal children and families.
Contact Details:
Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency Co Op Recruitment Team
