Job Description

Description

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Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults, through:

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- Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology)

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- Independent Living programs

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- Pathways Program

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- Employment and Training

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- Specialist Disability Accommodation

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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.

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Purpose

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The Senior Manager Therapeutic Services ensures that all therapeutic services are delivered in accordance with legislative requirements, organisational standards, and best-practice frameworks, and that the therapeutic and developmental needs of children and young people in care are met.

The Senior Manager Therapeutic Services champions a trauma informed, culturally responsive, and strengths-based approach to practice, supporting teams to deliver high-quality care that promotes safety, connection, and long-term wellbeing for children and young people.

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The ideal candidate

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- Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or a related human services discipline

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- Registration with AASW, AHPRA, or equivalent professional body preferred

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- Minimum 5 years' experience in Out of Home Care or child and family services, with at least 2 years in a senior therapeutic or management role

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- Demonstrated expertise in trauma-informed care, child development, therapeutic frameworks, and complex case management within OOHC

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- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, and accreditation requirements governing OOHC service delivery

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Remuneration and benefits

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A competitive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, including:

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- Competitive base salary package

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- Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary)

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- 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading

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- Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits

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- Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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- On site cafe and free parking

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- Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!

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Recruitment process

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Our recruitment process is based on values, skills and qualifications. Please review the position description here:

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For more information on this exciting prospect please review the role profile here:

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Contacts and further information

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For more information and the position description, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Latia Grbac, Workforce Operations Officer on or

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📌 Senior Manager Therapeutic Services - Children & Youth Services (Darwin)
🏢 Carpentaria
📍 Darwin