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Family Violence Intake and Brief Intervention PractitionerPosition : Full time, 12 month fixed term contractLocation : Melton, with travel to other sites as requiredSalary : $85,120.36 - $91,586.56, plus super and salary packaging is availableThe 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 organisations 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 VACCA Family Violence Program provides advocacy, referral and support to Aboriginal women and their children who are experiencing family violence. A range of support options are available that may include short-, medium- and long-term casework. As a key member of the Family Violence Team, you will support the team with the key functions of the program.About YouAn awareness and understanding of family violence issues and the impacts on women, children and families in an Aboriginal context.The ability to apply flexible, non-judgmental and empowering approach to service deliveryKnowledge of local family violence programs, accommodation, legal, health and community services within the region or the ability to acquire that knowledgeKnowledge of the Family Violence Protection Act 2008 and Comprehensive understanding of MARAM framework, Rating of this positions: - Comprehensive, Tier Level 1Previous experience in Family Violence sector.Requirements:A tertiary qualification in Social Work, or a related discipline or a willingness to work towards an equivalent qualificationCurrent COVID-19 vaccination (including booster dose, as applicable), a Working with Childrens Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and a Victorian Driver Licence.What we can offer youA supportive environment that includes comprehensive inductionThe support of regular internal supervisionProfessional development and training opportunitiesAttractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay17.5% 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 cultureFitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this programWe 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.Application closes by April 28, 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr