Please note: This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
About BDAC
BDAC is an ACCO (Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation) registered as a member under the umbrella of VACCHO (Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation) and represented nationally through NACCHO (National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation).
BDAC was founded to represent and provide services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living on Djaara Country.
BDAC has a responsibility to ensure growth of services, development of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, better and improved health outcomes for our people, improved quality of life and be a lead agency in providing self-determination employment and career pathways for Aboriginal people.
What We Are Offering
Full time
Fixed term 12 months
Access to Salary Packaging
11.5% Superannuation
Supportive work environment
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Job Description
About The Position
The Case Support Worker will provide a range of support and assistance to a team of five Practitioners across the Wurrekangek (Aboriginal Family Preservation and Reunification Response) team. The worker will assist the Practitioners in conducting; client facing visits, transports and administrative tasks within the programs whilst supporting vulnerable children, young people and families within the Loddon Campaspe and Dja Dja Wurrung region
Key Responsibilities
Respond to Requests for Support as appropriate in collaboration with Practitioners and Leadership
Support Practitioners to provide supports to families in a timely and efficient manner
Provide administrative support to the Wurrekangek team
Participate in case conferences to complete meeting minutes.
Establish and maintain healthy working relationships with service providers, case managers, families and children.
Keep accurate and complete records of activities in accordance with legislative requirements and relevant policies
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
Understanding of the Children’s, Youth and Families Act 2005.
Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal Cultures and the ACCO environment.
Demonstrated skills in building strong professional relationships with children and families.
Ability to prepare plans, letters, emails and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct language. Ensure written communications contain necessary information to achieve their purpose.
Excellent written and verbal communication, time management and organisational skills
Intermediate computer skills; ability to use a range of software and IT based reporting systems
Demonstrated ability to manage competing demands in a structured thoughtful manner
Ability to transport children, conduct home visits and willingness to travel
Mandatory Education, Training and/or Competencies
Minimum Cert II in Community Services discipline or equivalent (or currently studying in the sector) would be desirable and/or must be willing to obtain further study in Diploma of Community Services
How to Apply
If this role sounds like the role for you then click on the link below and apply by attaching your resume, cover letter detailing how you suit the role and a document addressing theKey Selection Criteria prior to COB Sunday 24th of August 2025.
Mandatory Requirements
Should an applicant be the preferred candidate, background checks (Police check, reference check and Working with Children's Check) will be completed prior to the candidate’s employment being confirmed.
For more information about this position please see the Position Description which can be accessed via our website www.bdac.com.au or contact our human resources team on (03) 5442 4947 or send an email through to recruitment@bdac.com.au
Please note: This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under ‘special measures’ of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
