About Carpentaria

Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability, Therapy and Community 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
• Children and Youth Services

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 Clinical Operations Manager is responsible for the leadership, oversight, and continuous improvement within Carpentaria's Out of Home Care (OoHC) program, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive services for children and young people. The role provides clinical and therapeutic leadership to Therapeutic Specialists and Assertive Outreach teams that operate across multiple residential houses, to deliver consistent, therapeutic care aligned with individual needs, legislative requirements, and organisational standards. In partnership with the Director of Therapeutic and Clinical Services you will provide leadership in clinical governance, quality processes and general service systems.

The ideal candidate

• Relevant tertiary qualification in a relevant allied health discipline and current membership with AHPRA, or membership of and adherence to the AASW standards for Social Workers or relevant governing body
• Significant experience in OoHC, child protection, or youth services, including leadership experience
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, therapeutic models, and safeguarding practices
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams, managing performance, and workforce development

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) for part-time employees
• 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 - or see the copy attached below.

For more information on this exciting opportunity please review the role profile here - or see the copy attached below.

Contacts and further information

For more information and the position description, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Kirrily Freson, Director People & Learning on 0438 718 423 or [email protected] using the subject line: Clinical Operations Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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