About us

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 25 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. In 2021 - 2022 we provided services to 39,002 people, including over 23,000 children.

Through prevention, treatment, research, education and advocacy, we are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives.

About the job

We are seeking a Full-Time Program Manager to join our caring, compassionate and friendly team in Rockhampton until 30 June 2025.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead a team to deliver high quality outcomes within a performance planning and development culture.
• Manage risk for children and families working with the IFS.
• Implement and monitor the use of the shared practice framework and needs assessment processes.
• Oversee the professional practice of the team.
• Conduct case consultations with all members of the team.
• Actively participate in the Local Level Alliance and other sector meetings to develop integrated service delivery for families.

About you

• Tertiary degree in a relevant discipline (allied health, social work, human services).
• Professional registration (if required).
• Membership of a relevant professional association (desirable).
• At least five years’ experience working with children and families, preferably with time spent working within a trauma-informed framework.
• Relevant experience supervising staff in similar role.
• Honesty and professionalism, with a respect for our clients and customers.
• Ability to work with people from diverse cultures.

With over 30% of our employees identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, we encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About the pay

• Position is classified Level 8 under the SCHCADS award.
• Salary range is $113,787 - $118,266 per annum plus superannuation
• In addition, as a registered Not for Profit/Charity, we offer excellent salary packaging options through RemServ which can significantly increase your take home pay.

About the benefits

• Overall winner of HRD Employer of Choice 2019 (100-499 employees)
• Winner of HRD Employer of Choice 2019 in (1) Health & Wellbeing (2) Leadership (3) Work-Life Balance
• Strong values-based organisation
• Excellent professional development options (including annual professional development fund opportunities)
• Paid parental leave and study assistance
• Employee Assistance Program including Health & Well-being Portal
• A friendly and flexible work environment to support work/life balance

Other requirements

• Eligibility for a positive Working with Children Check in the applicable state of employment in Australia or exemption based on professional qualifications and registration.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Applicants must be eligible to legally work in Australia and proof of eligibility may be requested.
• Fully vaccinated with the prescribed doses of an approved vaccine against COVID-19 or have an approved medical exemption.

About applying

• Job applications will be reviewed as soon as submitted. If you are interested in this opportunity please send your cover letter and CV as soon as possible.
• Click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit an application.
• For more information about the role, contact Edwina Andrew on 07 4755 8777 or [email protected] using the subject line: Practice Manager - Rockhampton enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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