About Act for Kids

Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 33 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Through prevention, treatment, research, education, and advocacy, we are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives.

About the Position

We are seeking a Clinical Services Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team in an integrated therapy setting, delivering quality care to children, young people, and families. This role will strengthen and expand Act for Kids’ Integrated Services on the Sunshine Coast by building key partnerships to support the growth and sustainability of the service within the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high quality outcomes for children, young people and their carers/families within a culture focused on performance, sustainability and growth.
• Respond and manage referrals into the service, intake, waitlist management and allocation to Therapists.
• Provide line and clinical (where applicable) supervision and leadership for team members, with a focus on practice excellence and performance.
• Oversee the professional practice of the team.

You can read our full position description below or here under the relevant vacancy.

Why Join Act for Kids?

The Act for Kids team is a community of shared values. We are a team that is Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative.

• Inclusive Employer 2023-2024 named by Diversity Council Australia.
• Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.
• Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
• Above-award leave provisions including additional parental, study, wellbeing, exam, and pet leave.
• Professional Development via our annual development fund as well as ongoing structured support.
• Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling support, and health and wellbeing portals.
• Salary packaging increasing your take home pay with up to $15,900 per year tax free + an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in allied health, human services or community services.
• At least two years’ experience working with children, young people and their families who have been impacted by trauma or experienced abuse and neglect, or at least two years’ experience working in similar roles.
• Experience leading and building a strong, cohesive and high-performing team within a human services context is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability in program budget management, monitoring and reporting.
• Experience identifying and building strategic stakeholder relationships and building extensive local knowledge and networks.

Other Requirements

• Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Legally able work in Australia (proof of eligibility will be requested).

About Applying

• Job applications will be reviewed as soon as submitted. Please click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit an application.
• Please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.
• We welcome you to share any support or adjustments you need to enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process. If you have questions or concerns, please speak with the contact person before or during your application. Your information will remain confidential.

For more information or questions about the role, please contact Dr Nandi Hettitantri on 0475 620 058 or [email protected] using the subject line: Clinical Services Manager - Nambour enquiry via EthicalJobs.