Senior Therapeutic Case Manager

• Position   : Fixed Term - Full time (12 Months)
• Location : Preston VIC 3072
• Salary : $100,783 - $105,349 based on level of experience, plus super

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 vision 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

The Senior Therapeutic Case Manager delivers culturally grounded therapeutic leadership for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in VACCA's foster care. They oversee complex caseloads and OOHC compliance, partner with the Healing Team to bolster carer support, and mentor colleagues while guiding audit preparation and reporting.

About You

Provide developmental and trauma-informed casework for Aboriginal children in out-of-home care, ensuring their needs are met through regular visits, cultural guidance for carers, and facilitated access to family and support services. Use the Looking After Children framework to assess needs, maintain accurate electronic records, and prepare quarterly, court, and Best Interests Planning reports. Collaborate with the ACHT, Child Protection and S18 agencies to share critical information, uphold legislative and quality standards, and lead care teams in program delivery and audit readiness. Support ongoing program development, mentor colleagues, and contribute proactively to OH&S and agency compliance activities.

• Requirements:
• Minimum of a completed Diploma of Community Services or relevant qualification in Social Worker or related disciplines.

Extensive experience in case management, or related discipline is required.
- An ability to work flexible hours.
- Valid Police Check, a Working with Children's Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and a 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

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.

We encourage applicants to review the Position Description on our careers site before applying.

Application closes by Friday, 26 September 2025

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