Who are we?
Sonder is an inclusive, not-for-profit organisation that has been providing better quality health and support services to the South Australian community since 1993. We support thousands of people each year to access services across seven key domains – Mental Health, Aboriginal Health, Alcohol and/or other Drugs, Employment, Community Health, Disability, and Homelessness
What benefits can we offer?
When you work with Sonder, you become part of the Sonder family and that provides you with a number of benefits such as:
Salary (excluding super) paid above award and reviewed annually
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development allowance provided yearly
Generous salary packaging options - increase your take home pay by 6-12%
17.5% Leave Loading
Modern and welcoming office spaces
Christmas Closure Bonus Leave (above annual leave entitlements)
Training opportunities
Meal & entertainment allowances
Paid parental leave, and much more!
Sonder are open to negotiating further benefits with the successful applicant to ensure an excellent working environment for you.
Hours: 1.0 FTE
Contract: Ongoing
Location: Kaurna Country, Sonder Salisbury
Salary Band: $105,570 - $110,350 + Super
More Information & Position Description via this link: https://sonder.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ESA-Manager-JP.pdf
About the Role:
As the Employment Services Area Manager, you are responsible for leading your Employment Services Area and the sites within it. You will embed trauma-informed leadership and recovery-oriented practice to support, motivate and develop your teams to deliver exceptional services in line with the service delivery model and Deed requirements.
You will provide case and operational supervision, upskill staff on client-related matters, and drive continuous improvement across your area. You will also build strong relationships with local community organisations to support registrations, referrals and access to appropriate services, helping participants achieve recovery goals and sustainable outcomes.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. More than 12% of the people supported through our IEA program identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, and we recognise the importance of building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a culturally safe, inclusive workplace where Aboriginal voices, perspectives and leadership are valued, and where we continually listen, learn and strive to do better.
Experience Requirements:
Minimum 2 years’ experience in managing, motivating and supporting teams within a disability employment service
Experience with complex case management
Demonstrated experience building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and employers
Experience in forecasting and reporting monthly
Experience within a leadership role
Qualification and Other Requirements:
Current or willing to obtain a Working with Children's Check (WWCC)
Current or willing to obtain a National Police Check (NPC)
Minimum certificate 4 in mental health, or willingness to work towards.
How to apply:
Applicants are requested to send a cover letter and resume to Sonder via our careers portal on our website.
Feel free to send any enquiries to [email protected]
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to an inclusive and culturally safe workplace.
Advert Closing Date: 27 August 2026
At Sonder, we strive to respond to all applicants. However, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may only be able to contact those shortlisted for the role. Thank you for your understanding.
