• Join our family and make a difference to young Australians through supporting their education
• Temporary full-time role (till the end of February 2026)
• Sydney West based with WFH flexibility

The Smith Family is an independent children's charity helping Australian children living in disadvantage to get the most out of their education, so they can create better futures for themselves. We are currently seeking an On PAR Program Manager to join our growing team. As we celebrate our Centenary this year, it’s never been a more exciting, or important time to join.

About our role

In the interim, reporting to the General Manager, NSW, this hands on, high energy and rewarding role that will provide local leadership and manage the successful implementation of the ON PAR program. The ON PAR (Participation, Attendance, Retention) program will provide an early intervention, child-centred, family-focused, intensive case management approach to support the wellbeing and improve educational outcomes for vulnerable children.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead pilot site teams to ensure a consistent, coherent and evidence-based practice approach for On PAR pilot.
• Guide and support team members in delivery of quality intensive case management program.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders including relevant government services, service providers and partner schools.
• Facilitate high level local strategic community relationships and partnerships to positively influence program delivery and service user outcomes.
• Monitor quality and fidelity of program delivery with a focus on evidence and outcomes (as per program logic and Theory of Change).
• Contribute to ongoing evaluation and analysis of data and service user feedback to inform program adaptation and improvement.
• Ensure that Child Safe Principles and inclusive practice are embedded in our ways of working.
• Participate within On PAR governance Advisory Group/s as required.

About you

You’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualification in a Social Service/Community Development related discipline and a minimum 5-years’ experience in Casework with young people and families.
• Demonstrated experience in staff leadership and supervision preferably in a case management context.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the issues faced by and pathways available for vulnerable families.
• Demonstrated competency in working with community members, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and CALD communities and organisations.
• Ability to take a trauma informed, strengths based, whole of family approach to practice.
• High level program planning, implementation, reporting and data management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills tailored for different audiences.
• Problem solving and analytical capability and ability to manage complex projects.

About our culture

The Smith Family has team members at the heart of its values and operations. We nurture a supportive and inclusive culture that enables people to achieve personal and professional goals, through collaboration and innovation. With a proven work-life balance, wellbeing and health are our top priorities. You’ll also enjoy other benefits, such as tax concessions, flexible working arrangements, and a purpose-driven culture.

If you are passionate about what you do, committed to make a difference and this sounds like your next role, please click apply, we’d love to hear from you.You may view the position description attached below.

For any other information, please contact [email protected] using the subject line: Program Manager - On PAR Program enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a National Police Check and a Working with Children’s Check. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to principles of cultural diversity. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.

The Smith Family is obligated to comply with Federal, State and Territory Government Rules and Health Orders. For roles that fall under Health Orders, to be eligible applicants will either need to provide proof of Vaccination or a Medical exemption.