Location:
Robinvale Vic
Employment type: Full-Time
Salary: Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 — SCHADS)
Closing Date: 2025-12-19
Call:
(03) 5026 3353
Email: [email protected]
For more information about this role, or to apply please contact [email protected]
or please call (03) 5026 3353
The Murray Valley Aboriginal Co-0p is committed in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children
Please note, COVID-19 Vaccination is an employment requirement at MVAC
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Youth Justice Caseworker
Are you passionate about improving the health and well-being of Indigenous communities?
Murray Valley Aboriginal Cooperative (MVAC) is seeking a dedicated and culturally aware Youth Justice Caseworker to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people who are engaged with, or at risk of becoming involved in, the youth justice system. This role is vital in helping young people build stronger cultural identity, reduce offending behaviour, and stay connected with their families, community, education, and employment pathways.
You’ll be working in a holistic, trauma-informed framework, supporting young people through case management, advocacy, and mentoring while collaborating with Elders, families, justice agencies, schools, and community organisations.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Deliver culturally grounded, youth-focused case management and mentoring.
- Support young people to meet justice order requirements, diversion programs, and rehabilitation goals.
- Build strong relationships with families, Elders, schools, and community organisations.
- Advocate for young people within justice, education, and welfare systems.
- Facilitate access to services such as education, training, housing, mental health, substance use support, and cultural programs.
- Maintain accurate case notes and reporting in line with legislation and MVAC requirements.
- Experience in community services or youth work, ideally in a community-focused or not-for-profit organisation.
- Strong understanding of child safety standards and child protection laws.
- Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
- Ability to build rapport with young people and engage diverse stakeholders.
- Cultural awareness, understanding of local Aboriginal history, and commitment to culturally safe practice.
- Strong computer and record-keeping skills.
- Working With Children Check (linked to MVAC)
- Recent Police Check
- Current unrestricted driver’s licence
- Child Safety Standards training
- MARAM (if required)
- First Aid Certificate (0003 or above)
- Full-time (34 hours per week)
- Salary packaging available
- Supportive supervision and professional development
- Monday–Friday hours, no weekends
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please download the attached Position Description. Then, using the Apply Now form below, upload a cover letter that responds directly to the key responsibilities and selection criteria outlined in the PD, along with your current resume.
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Why Work With MVAC?
MVAC is the largest service provider in Robinvale, dedicated to supporting community wellbeing through health, family services, and cultural programs. You’ll be joining a supportive team committed to child safety, cultural integrity, and meaningful outcomes for young people and families.
Hours & Benefits
- Full-time (34 hours per week)
Mandatory Requirements:
- Working With Children Check (linked to MVAC)
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in community services or youth work, ideally in a community-focused or not-for-profit organisation.
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