Organisation Overview: Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative (RAC) is recognised as a leader among Aboriginal community-controlled organisations, maintaining a high profile in the public and private sectors across research, consultancy, policy development, and partnerships. RAC operates in a culturally appropriate, sensitive, community-controlled environment that maintains a holistic approach to service provision and emphasises the importance of family and community.
RAC has been a resource, service provider and enabler of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the Greater Shepparton region since 1980. RAC is a cooperative working to provide a range of supports and services including:
Health and wellbeing Positive aging and disability services Community services Asset and infrastructure services Corporate services RAC has an annual budget of $19 million and a workforce of approximately 230 people. RAC is a significant employer and economic contributor to the region and plays a high profile leadership role as one of the larger Aboriginal organisations in Australia. RAC is committed to ensuring the Aboriginal people in the Goulburn Valley have certainty of access to community-controlled services.
Role Purpose: The Case Advisor role will work in strong partnership with child protection to ensure the rights and best interests of Aboriginal children who have come to the attention of child protection are upheld and maintained, responding to and working closely with child protection staff in the Goulburn area. This includes meeting with families where allegations of abuse and neglect of children have been made. The role will support child protection to identify and locate Aboriginal family members who can provide support and care to the child and family, develop and maintain external relationships with services in the best interests of the child and family. The role of the Case Advisor will undertake all reporting requirements such as completing case notes and file maintenance. The role will be required to participate in the Aboriginal Child Specialist Advice Support Service (ACSASS) after hours roster.
Employment Conditions: All staff are required to sign a confidentiality agreement on appointment to the organisation Probationary / qualifying periods apply to all new positions All staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct of the Co-operative (available to view) All staff are required to follow the policies and procedures of the department and the Co-operative (manuals are available to view) A commitment to equal opportunity and Occupational Health and Safety principles and practices is required Salary packaging is available to permanent part time and full-time staff Tenure of positions at Rumbalara will be tied to existing contracted funding arrangements About You: A relevant welfare qualification is desired such as a Diploma in Community Services or equivalent, currently studying or willingness to work toward a relevant qualification would be favoured. Demonstrated experience in working with Aboriginal families. Experience or ability to respond to reports to Child Protection regarding Aboriginal children and young people. Undertake and provide cultural input into risk assessments including recommendations regarding Aboriginal children, young people and their families through consultation and advice to Child Protection. Participate in case planning, Aboriginal Family Led Decision Making and other processes involving Aboriginal children, young people, and their families. Support children, young people and their families to understand the process of dealing with Child Protection and the court system. Preparedness to participate in an after-hours roster. What We Offer: Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part- or Full-time employees. Competitive pay and conditions based on the SCHADS Award, Level 5, Pay Point 2. Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC day, periodic adjustments aligned with CPI increases, and the possibility of a relocation allowance when applicable. Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career. Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more. Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable. Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr