Who We Are

Employed by our community, to work for our community: engaging, educating, and empowering individuals, families, and our community in their journey to self-determination.

MDAS has embarked on a commitment to become a leading Aboriginal organisation known for its ability to make a practical difference to client’s lives, families and our community.

This is underpinned by our LORE which is the foundation stone of who we are, what we do and why we do it.

Our organisation’s services, people and culture will be guided through strong leadership and engagement with community and MDAS teams.

Our Purpose

Healing, supporting, serving, and protecting our communities throughout the Mallee Region.

Healthy, resilient, and capable Aboriginal people and families who can be their very best selves and exercise true self determination.

Caring for, strengthening, empowering, motivating and guiding our Mob.

Your Role

Mallee District Aboriginal Services (MDAS) is one of Victoria’s largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations.

We are seeking a dedicated Team Leader Family Preservation, Reunification & Response (FPRR) to lead and coordinate the daily operations of this important program.

Reporting to the Manager Children and Family Services, this is a unique opportunity to move into a leadership role where you will supervise case workers ensuring a quality and timely service is provided to Aboriginal children and families referred to these programs.

This position also ensures service delivery is compliant with relevant standards and legislative requirements and is based on culturally informed Best Interest Practices. A key requirement of the role is leadership to promote effective collaboration across MDAS programs as well as work closely with Child Protection and relevant agencies.

This is a permanent, full time position based at our Mildura office location.

Key Selection Criteria

Demonstrated experience guiding and supervising a team ensuring effective service operations.

Ability to promote and actively lead team development and change management activities.

Demonstrated experience collaborating with Child Protection and knowledge of Child Protection services and protocols.

Demonstrated experience and understanding of the principles and practices of case work and case management.

Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people particularly those relevant to Family and Community.

Qualification/s:
A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or similar field or Diploma in Community Services and substantial relevant experience.

Other Screening Requirements:
Valid Drivers License that allows you to drive in Australia.
Victorian Employee Working with Children Check card.
National Police Check.