Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services (Community Services & Development)Full timeSalary: $128,106 - $140,940 plus Superannuation and Salary Packaging optionsThe OrganisationThe 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 roleThe Nugel Senior Program Manager will be based at the VACCA Wangaratta office and support the implementation and management of the Nugel program within the Ovens Murray region. The position will have senior responsibility for building the Nugel program, utilising the frameworks and knowledge developed through VACCA's existing Nugel program which has been running in the Northern region since 2017.The position will actively contribute to the development of internal and state-wide policies, procedures and protocols relating to the Aboriginal Children in Aboriginal Care (ACAC) program. This includes all associated program development and service administration functions including: the implementation and monitoring of data systems for all programs, the coordination of staff training needs, and monitoring quality, finance, and business systems. This role will be part of the senior management group.About YouDemonstrated 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.Ability to promote excellence in service delivery programs.Experience in working and engaging with vulnerable Aboriginal families and children, especially in the child and family sector, and particularly those involved with the Child Protection system, including an appreciation of systemic racism and unconscious bias.Sound knowledge of the statutory child protection service system and sound knowledge of relevant child protection legislation.Experience in leadership positions and the management, professional supervision, and development of a team of direct service delivery staff, including capacity to foster critical thinking.Provision of high-level strategic advice on relevant policy, program development and service design as it pertains to Nugel.High level capacity to implement systems, including data systems, that contribute to program evaluation and service improvements.Tertiary qualifications in the field of social work, psychology or community services. (Mandatory)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 you5 weeks annual leaveAccess to child protection and VACCA training programsExtensive support and training from VACCA's in house legal serviceA supportive environment that includes comprehensive induction and regular internal supervisionProfessional development and training opportunitiesAttractive salary packaging to increase your take home payFitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this program17.5% loading on annual leaveAccess to agency vehicles for all work-related travelAccess to Employee support and wellbeing programsPaid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employmentOpportunity to work and build connection with the Aboriginal Community and cultureWe strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people to applyApplications 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 visit the VACCA careers page to download the position description for this role.Application closes by 6 January 2025We 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.
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