Senior Manager Clinical & Therapeutic Practice Posted: 24/09/2026

Closing Date: 29/10/2026

Job Type: Full-time (ongoing)

Location: Darwin

Job Category: Out of Home Care

Job Description Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability and Therapy 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

Out of Home Care

We deliver innovative and versatile 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 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.

The ideal candidate

Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology,



or a related human services discipline

Registration with AASW, AHPRA, or equivalent professional body preferred

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

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

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

Remuneration and benefits

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

Competitive basesalary package

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

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

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

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📌 Senior Manager Clinical (Darwin City)
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