Senior Manager - Clinical Services - Children & Youth Services

Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults, through:

• Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology)
• Independent Living programs
• Pathways Program
• Employment and Training
• Specialist Disability Accommodation

We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life and are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.

Purpose

The Senior Manager Clinical Service ensures that all clinical services are delivered in accordance with legislative requirements, organisational standards, and best-practice frameworks, and that the therapeutic and developmental needs of children and young people in care are met. The Senior Manager Clinical Services champions a trauma informed, culturally responsive, and strengths-based approach to practice, supporting teams to deliver high-quality care that promotes safety, connection, and long-term wellbeing for children and young people.

The ideal candidate

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or a related human services discipline
• Registration with AASW, AHPRA, or equivalent professional body preferred
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Out of Home Care or child and family services, with at least 2 years in a senior clinical or management role
• Demonstrated expertise in trauma-informed care, child development, therapeutic frameworks, and complex case management within OOHC
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, and accreditation requirements governing OOHC service delivery

Remuneration and benefits

A competitive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, including:

• Competitive base salary package 
• Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary) 
• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits
• Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• On site cafe and free parking
• Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!

Recruitment process

Our recruitment process is based on values, skills and qualifications. Please review the position description here.

For more information on this exciting opportunity please review the role profile here: https://carpentaria.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Role-Profile-Senior-Manager-Clinical-Services.pdf

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

Contacts and further information

For more information and the position description, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Latia Grbac, Workforce Operations Officer on 0439 230 870 or latia.grbac@carpentaria.org.au using the subject line: Senior Manager - Clinical Services - Children & Youth Services enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Further information about Carpentaria is available at carpentaria.org.au.

A position description is attached.