Join OzChild - Leading the Way in service delivery in the ACT.​

Location: Australian Capital Territory​

OzChild is at the forefront of innovative service provision in Australia, dedicated to delivering evidence-based programs that make a tangible difference in the lives of children, young people, and families. We are committed to achieving real, measurable outcomes.​

We are seeking an experienced and effective leader to step into the role of Director of Services ACT. This significant leadership position is ideal for a forward-thinking leader with a collaborative and inclusive approach, eager to lead the delivery of strong, effective practices while exploring opportunities for sustained growth, collaboration, and partnerships. The Director will oversee OzChild services in the ACT, ensuring high-quality outcomes for children, young people, and their caregivers. You will guide and support Team Leaders in delivering services across out-of-home care, sustaining families, and youth justice, while informing strategic development and driving performance improvement initiatives. This role will report through the Executive Director of Services and Practice and be a member of the National Services Leadership Team, where the role will also contribute to achieving the broader strategic goals of OzChild across other States where OzChild delivers services.​

The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience within the child, youth, and families service sector, strong operational leadership skills, strategic thinking capabilities, and a collaborative and inclusive leadership style. If you are an innovative leader ready to drive evidence-based solutions and achieve real outcomes, we want to hear from you.​

Take this opportunity to join an organisation that is making a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and families.

What a Successful Candidate Looks Like:​

We are looking for a thought leader with a proven ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels. You will have substantial practice experience in child protection, out-of-home care, family services, or youth justice. Experience in collaborating and partnering successfully with government, other community service organisations, and the broader community is essential.

You should be culturally competent in stakeholder management, building connections and relationships with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, Elders, and community members.

Additionally, highly developed communication skills and the ability to engage people at all levels are critical. Experience with change management and a deep understanding of evidence-based practice are also crucial.​

Essential Requirements:​

• Tertiary level qualifications in social work, psychology, or a related clinical field, or equivalent business management field.​
• Substantial practice, leadership, and management experience in a senior role.​
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practice and change management.​

For further details about this role, please see the attached position description.​

What OzChild has to offer:

• Salary, plus super and vehicle (or allowance) $167,597.32 - $172,216.12 depending on experience ​
• Salary Packaging of $15,900 plus $2650 meals & entertainment ​
• Ex Gratia days Easter & Christmas ​

How to apply:

Click on the APPLY NOW button and attach a cover letter and resume. ​

Please include in your application: a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and address the key selection criteria as well as your motivation for applying. ​

If candidates are interested in a confidential discussion about the role contact Kara Lorgelly – Executive Assistant to Michelle Van Doorn on [email protected], using the subject line: Director of Services ACT enquiry via EthicalJobs.​

Applications will be assessed, and candidates phone screened as applications arrive. ​​

OzChild is committed to the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait people and providing a work environment in which Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples’ cultures, beliefs and values are acknowledged and respected, and in which the individual career goals and personal aims are identified, promoted, and achieved. ​

OzChild is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals of diverse backgrounds to apply. This includes, but is not limited to, those from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and LGBTQIA+ communities. ​

OzChild is a child-safe organisation committed to protecting children and young people from all forms of abuse, bullying, exploitation, and neglect, and to creating environments in all our programs and services where children are safe and feel safe. ​

To be successful, you will be required to meet our Safety Screening requirements, including police checks and a valid WWVP for ACT/WWCC NSW