Family Violence Youth Worker
2 weeks ago
Location: Werribee / Melton
Salary: $88,099 - $94,791 + SUPER + NFP Salary Packaging Available
The Organisation
The Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency (VACCA) is an Aboriginal Community-Controlled organisation that supports and advocates for the Aboriginal Community.
It 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 community members.
Our strength lies with our people.
About the role
The Family Violence Therapeutic Youth Worker position will provide 1:1 trauma-informed support to young people, ages 12-17 years old, who have experienced violence in the home and their families.
The role involves using a therapeutic lens to minimise their use of violence and foster healthy relationships.
About You
Demonstrated commitment and understanding of the values that underpin VACCA's vision and purpose
Awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal societies and cultures, and an understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal people in contemporary Australia, including the diversity of circumstances
An awareness of family violence issues and their impacts on women, children, and families
The ability to apply a flexible, non-judgmental, and empowering approach to service delivery
Requirements
A tertiary qualification in Social Work or a related discipline, or willingness to work towards an equivalent qualification
Knowledge of the Family Violence Protection Act 2008 and the MARAM framework, with a comprehensive understanding (Tier Level 1)
Hold a full Victorian Driver's Licence, a current Working With Children Check, and a clear National Police Check
What we can offer you
A supportive environment with comprehensive induction
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 work-related travel
Employee support and wellbeing programs
Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
Opportunity to work and build connections with the Aboriginal Community and culture
Fitness Passport for access to various facilities
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
Applications should include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and a current resume.
Applicants are encouraged to view the Position Description prior to applying.
Please visit our careers website to download the position description for this role.
Application closes by 4th August 2025
We are committed to Aboriginal self-determination and supporting strong, safe, thriving Aboriginal communities.
We aim to treat every individual with dignity, respecting all cultural backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and spiritual beliefs.
VACCA is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, with zero tolerance for child abuse.
All successful applicants will undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to employment and periodically thereafter.
VACCA is an equal opportunity employer with a smoke-free workplace policy.
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