Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-Operative – Justice & Community Services now has the following vacancy at our Shepparton site.
Dhawun Woka Case Manager (New Position)
Full Time, 38 hours per week – 12 Months, Fixed Term
This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander designated position, classified under Section 12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act This employment opportunity is only available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
About the Role
The Aboriginal Family Violence Practitioner (Case Management) will be responsible for delivering intermediate and longer-term case management to support Aboriginal fathers, grandfather/uncle figures who are raising Aboriginal children participating in the Dhawun Woka men's fathering program.
Dhawun Woka creates a space for Aboriginal fathers to heal, change behaviours and strengthen relationships with family and community through cultural connection, therapeutic support and peer mentorship.
About You
To be successful, you must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and have the following knowledge and skills.
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in social work (or equivalent) or willingness to work toward the qualification in line with legislative requirements for minimum qualifications.
* Strong knowledge of Aboriginal culture, and self-determination: Has a strong understanding of the local service delivery environment, families and community including Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative.
* Sound knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal Family Violence. Has established experience and capability to deliver culturally safe and responsive practice as part of an Aboriginal family violence integrated service model. Has a strong understanding of the role of the law and legal system in the context of responding to family violence; has knowledge of practice and experience working with Aboriginal children, young people, adults and Elders in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency context.
* Works collaboratively to drive cultural change: Has a clear concept of the culture required to deliver effective, culturally safe and responsive services for Aboriginal people within an integrated practice context. Delivers innovative practices that enhance quality practice standards for Aboriginal people; and understands how to build and establish an effective practice culture.
* Self-management: Invites feedback on own behaviour and impact; uses new knowledge or information about self to build a broader understanding of own behaviour and the impact it has on others; understands strong emotional reactions and seeks ways to more effectively manage them.
What We Offer:
* Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part- or Full-time employees.
* Competitive pay and conditions based on the SCHADS Award – Level 4 (Based on qualifications and/or experience).
* Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC day, periodic adjustments aligned with CPI increases, and the possibility of a relocation allowance when applicable.
* Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.
* Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.
* Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.
* Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.
You will be required to undertake a pre-employment screening check, including providing a copy of your Confirmation of Aboriginality.
Application Requirements
Your application must include:
1. Cover Letter
o Outline who your mob/clan is.
o Provide a written response to the following questions
➢ Explain how you manage cases with Aboriginal clients and families in a culturally safe, holistic, and responsive way.
➢ Describe how you support colleagues and build team capability to deliver trauma informed, culturally competent practice.
➢ Provide an example of working with services, community, or elders to resolve practice issues and model integrated approaches.
2. Current up to Date Resume
Applications close: Sunday 15th February 2026
This is an "Indigenous Only" role under Special Measures of the EEO Act 2010, Section 12.