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 Aboriginal Child Specialist Advice Support Service (ACSASS) provides specialist advice and case consultation to Child Protection about culturally appropriate intervention in respect of all reports relating to alleged harm of children and significant decisions in all phases of child protection. The Team Leader will be responsible for providing leadership and guiding staff on a daily basis to engage, supervise and support staff in the delivery of a culturally appropriate service. The role will also require participation in the ACSASS after hours on call service.
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. All staff are required to follow the policies and procedures of the department and the Co-operative. 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 tertiary qualification in Social Work, Youth Work, or Community Services and/or extensive relevant experience or a combination of experience and expertise sufficient to perform the duties required.
• Preparedness to participate in an after-hours on call service.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working in/with the Child Protection System.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 (Victoria) & Department of Families, Fairness, and Housing (Protective Service) procedures and policies regarding case planning.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of issues related to Aboriginal Child and Family Welfare and Child Protection Systems.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in applying the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle.
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 6, Pay Point 3.
• 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.
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