At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Aboriginal children and families with cultural guidance and advocacy in child protection.
- Company: Join VACCA, the largest Aboriginal Community-Controlled organisation in Australia.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, professional development, and access to wellbeing programs.
- Other info: Opportunity to connect with the Aboriginal Community and culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal children and families.
- Qualifications: Strong understanding of Aboriginal culture and community issues.
The predicted salary is between 92286 - 99294 $ per year.
Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency Co Op – Chirnside Park VIC
Salary: Between $92,286 - $99,294 plus super and salary packaging options
This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander designated position only.
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
As a Lakidjeka (ACSASS) Case Advisor, you will support Aboriginal children and families by providing cultural guidance and advocacy throughout the child protection process. Working alongside Child Protection, you will help ensure assessments, planning and decision-making are culturally informed, respectful and focused on the best interests of Aboriginal children. You will also support families to understand their rights, navigate legal processes, and have their voices heard.
About You
You are passionate about supporting Aboriginal children and families and bring a strong understanding of Aboriginal culture, community and the issues that can impact family wellbeing. You are confident working alongside Child Protection and other services, providing culturally informed advice, advocacy and support that promotes the best interests of Aboriginal children. You can assess risk through a cultural lens, build strong relationships, manage competing priorities and maintain accurate records. Whether working independently or as part of a small team, you are committed to achieving positive outcomes for Aboriginal children, families and communities.
Requirements:
- Valid Police Check
- A Working with Children’s Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain)
- 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 Monday 16 November 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.
Lakidjeka ACSASS Case Advisor in Melbourne 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
