Area Manager

18 hours ago

Mackay QLD, Australia MANAWISE Care Pty Ltd Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Area Manager – Lead with Purpose at MANAWISE Care

Shape the Future. Empower Communities. Inspire Change.

At MANAWISE Care, we're not just delivering services - we're transforming lives. Our mission is to advance people and communities, and it starts with leaders who care to the core.

We're offering a career-defining opportunity for a passionate, values-driven leader to join us as Area Manager, based in Mackay with regular travel to Cairns to oversee services across both regions.

Why This Role Matters

As an Area Manager, you'll be the driving force behind exceptional care. You'll lead teams across multiple residential programs, ensuring young people receive culturally informed, therapeutic support that truly changes lives. This is your chance to make a lasting impact - not just on individuals, but on the future of care at MANAWISE.

What You'll Do

  • Lead & Inspire: Mentor Care Leaders and Practitioners to deliver excellence.
  • Drive Quality: Champion compliance and best practice standards.
  • Grow the Region: Expand programs and services aligned with funding and care goals.
  • Champion Culture: Embed cultural values and trauma-informed care across teams.
  • Support Your People: Oversee recruitment, onboarding, supervision, and succession planning.
  • Be Present: Maintain a strong leadership presence across Mackay and Cairns sites.
  • Represent MANAWISE: Engage stakeholders, lead meetings, and shape policy.

About You

You're a passionate advocate for young people and a trusted leader.

You bring:

o Proven Leadership Experience in residential care settings, with a track record of guiding and developing teams.

o Relevant Qualifications, ideally a Bachelor's degree in Community Services, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field.

o Expert Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and the Child Protection Act 1999.

o Mandatory Certifications including a current Blue Card, First Aid, valid driver's licence, and police check.

o Ability to Obtain a Licensed Care Services Suitability Screening.

o Completion of Hope and Healing Training (or willingness to complete).

o Values-Driven Leadership, demonstrating integrity, empathy, and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

Ready to Lead with Purpose?

Submit your Resume and Cover Letter telling us why you're the perfect fit.

Applications close 12 November don't wait

Let's grow together. At MANAWISE, we don't just lead - we care to the core.

Company Overview

Working together to create caring, connected and thriving communities - We provide quality care services to our most vulnerable community members in the child safety.

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