Job Description
Senior Manager Clinical & Therapeutic Practice /n
Posted: 24/09/2026
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Closing Date: 29/10/2026
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Job Type: Full-time (ongoing)
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Location: Darwin
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Job Category: Out of Home Care
Job Description /n
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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- Out of Home Care
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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 Clinical & Therapeutic Practice 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 Clinical & Therapeutic Practice 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 skilled 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 basesalary 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. For more information on this exciting opportunity 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 Kirrily Freson, Director People & Learning on or
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📌 Senior Manager Clinical & Therapeutic Practice (Darwin)
🏢 Elmo
📍 Darwin