Operations Manager - Foster Care

- 496047

- Sydney, NSW

- Full Time Fixed Term
- Full Time Permanent

About the Role

Lead Foster Care operations to deliver safe, therapeutic, person-centred services. Drive strategy, quality, and compliance across programs. Guide leaders to achieve measurable outcomes. Ensure sustainable, high-performance service delivery aligned to the CAFS Strategic Plan.

Perks

- Salary packaging benefits

- Professional development support

- Supportive leadership culture

- Wellbeing and EAP access

- Impact-driven community role

Duties

- Drive strategic plan delivery across programs

- Lead service teams to achieve measurable outcomes

- Ensure legislative, audit, and contract compliance

- Oversee budgets, KPIs, and financial performance

- Build therapeutic, trauma-informed practice

Skills & Experience

- Degree in social work, psychology, or related field

- Leadership experience in Foster Care or OOHC

- Strong knowledge of therapeutic frameworks





- Budget management and financial oversight skills

- Current driver licence and probity checks

About the Company / Culture

CAFS delivers child and family services that prioritise safety, wellbeing, and lasting outcomes. We value accountability, inclusion, and evidence-based practice. Our leaders champion cultural safety and child-centred care. Join a purpose-led organisation driving meaningful change.

How to Apply Submit your CV and cover letter outlining your experience in Foster Care leadership. For a confidential discussion, contact the Caro Bryant [email protected]

Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

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