Max term Contract -Full time Aug 2027
Sunshine
ABOUT BAPTISTCARE
BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.
We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.
That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.
The Role
In this senior leadership role, you will be responsible for the operational oversight, performance, and continuous improvement of a diverse portfolio of programs, including family violence (therapeutic recovery and person-using-violence responses) and family services (Integrated Family Services and Family Preservation and Reunification Response). You will drive the implementation of evidence-based practice, support program innovation, and ensure services are aligned with sector reforms and organisational priorities.
Working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, you will play a key role in strengthening service integration, building partnerships, and contributing to system-level outcomes. As part of the Community Services Victoria leadership team, you will also contribute to strategic planning, reform implementation, and organisational effectiveness, while championing BaptistCare's Mission, Vision and Values.
This role reports to the Operations Manager – Community Services Victoria and works closely with the General Manager – Community Services. Previous experience in Child and Family Services, Family Violence Services, not for profit, and/or community services sector at a management level
What You Bring
Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or a related human services discipline
Demonstrated experience managing child and family services programs within the Victorian community services sector
Sound working knowledge of the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 and Child Safe Standards
Proven ability to lead and coach practitioners through complex, high-risk casework
Experience engaging with culturally and linguistically diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families
Current Victorian driver licence, Working with Children Check, and NDIS Worker Screening clearance (or willingness to obtain)
Previous experience in Child and Family Services, Family Violence Services, not for profit, and/or community services sector at a management level
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
A medical assessment will be conducted to see if you are physically capable for the role
If you require support with the application process, please contact
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BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.
BaptistCare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.
