Out of Home Care Manager

This is a special measures role and only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are eligible to apply, under the special measures provision, section 12(1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).Make a real difference to the local community

• Make a real difference to the local community.

• Full-Time, Ongoing

• Access to Salary Packaging

• Generous Annual Leave

The Role

This position forms part of Wathaurong’s operational management team, providing management and oversight of allocated programs within the Family Services Unit. The position works under strategic direction from the Executive Manager to implement operational aspects of service strategy and policy. The position provides effective management to achieve and exceed service and program performance and delivery targets that reflect the social and cultural needs of the community, with a focus on quality system and continuous improvement-based management, and person-centred care and services.

About You

Essential

• Only Aboriginal and Torres Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons are eligible to apply for this role. This is a special measures role and only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are eligible to apply, under the special measures provision, section 12(1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

• Relevant qualification (or working toward) in Community Services, Social Work, Psychology, or related area and/or experience providing support services to families and young children

• Experience or demonstrated capability to lead and support team members in the Out of Home Care or Family Services sector

• Knowledge and experience undertaking mandatory reporting requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of risk assessment and safety planning processes

• Ability to demonstrate resilience and work in challenging and high-pressured environments

• Strong written communication skills including a high level of accuracy, record keeping, and report writing abilities

• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as part of a team and follow processes

• Understanding of and demonstrated experience in Case Management principals

• Knowledge of safe and appropriate culturally centred practices for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander focused services, including employment of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people

• Demonstrated understanding of social, physical, economical, and cultural strengths and challenges affecting Aboriginal communities and their ability to access adequate and quality services

Desirable

Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations

*A police check, Working with Children Check, Vaccination Certificate and current Driver Licence are required for all positions.

About Us

Please visit our website for further information: www.wathaurong.org.au

How to Apply

A Position Description can be viewed on our website at: https://wathaurong.org.au/careers/out-of-home-care-manager-3/

Applications should consist of a current resume and a cover letter, submitted in Word or PDF format before the closing date of 25/08/2026.

Wathaurong is committed to providing a child safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children. We are committed to ensuring children and young people can actively participate in decisions that affect their lives. All children have the right to be children and live free of abuse and neglect, so they can grow, learn, and develop. Everyone within Wathaurong is responsible for ensuring a culture of child safety, preventing child abuse, and abiding by the Child Safety Principles.