House Manager: After Hours Residential Services

House Manager: After Hours Residential Services VACCA - Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency 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 organisation’s visions and values, passionately providing support, service and advocacy for our children and other vulnerable members of the community. Position: Permanent, Part Time Location: Various VACCA locations Salary: $88,099 – $92,725 plus super and salary packaging options About the Role The role of the House Manager at Gamadji Balit: After Hours is to manage and provide a calm leadership presence in the evenings for VACCA’s Residential Care program across the State. The House Manager will proactively check in on each of our 9+ homes, support and provide guidance to staff, manage any high risk behaviour, and get to know each young person to ensure staff provide consistent, informed support across the program. House Manager After Hours will be responsible for oversight of all 9+ homes during the hours of midnight – 8 am. This will entail 1‑2 staff at every home. Responsibilities include roster oversight and shift filling, monitoring and compliance, support auditing and reporting, data collection, program development and contributing to ongoing quality improvement of the program. About You Demonstrated commitment and understanding of VACCA’s vision and purpose, awareness of Aboriginal societies and cultures, and understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal people in contemporary Australia. Sound knowledge of child and family welfare policies, legislation, and practices in residential care, with ability to update knowledge. Ability to work collaboratively with professionals, stakeholders and community, and commitment to Gamadji Balit principles. Capable of supporting and mentoring staff, providing relevant information, feedback and opportunities for professional development. Team player capable of leading and delegating tasks. Ability to work independently (with backup from Senior Management) in an after‑hours space. Flexibility to work flexible hours if required. Qualifications in line with residential care minimum standards, valid Police Check, a Working with Children’s Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and a Victorian Driver Licence. Current COVID‑19 vaccination strongly recommended. What We Can Offer You A supportive environment that includes comprehensive induction Regular internal supervision Professional development and training opportunities Attractive salary packaging to increase take‑home pay 17.5% loading on annual leave Access to agency vehicles for all work‑related travel Access to employee support and wellbeing programs Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment Opportunity to work and build connection with the Aboriginal Community and culture Fitness Passport – access to facilities for you and your family Application Process Applications should include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and a current resume. Download the position description from the provided link. Application closes by 26 November 2025. VACCA is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We are committed to Aboriginal self‑determination and supporting strong, safe, thriving Aboriginal communities and aim to treat every individual 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 thereafter. #J-18808-Ljbffr