Program Manager, Community Services

• Fixed term covering parental leave to 12th January 2027
• Managing programs such as; AOD|Financial Counselling|ParentZone
• Role is based at Box Hill|start date 24th November|full time

Your role:

The Program Manager provides operational management and will lead the teams through complex sector reform and continue to deliver high-quality innovative practice across Community Service Program. This position is a member of the East Management team and actively participates in strategic planning, shared learnings, implementing reform and quality practice within Anglicare Victoria.

Duties and responsibilities:

As Program Manager you will oversee:

• The organisations largest Drug and Alcohol program (3 Team Leaders).
• Inner East Financial Counselling program (1 Team Leader).
• ParentZone (1 Team Leader).
• Tuning into Respectful Relationships (1 Team Leader), our psychoeducational, early intervention program run out of Victoria's correctional facilities.

The role will focus on promoting strong partnerships with key stakeholders to improve system responses for vulnerable families and community.

Make Your Mark:

• Leading teams using your strong leadership and management experience.
• Work across a diverse portfolio keeping it agile.
• Use that experience working with vulnerable families (in any context) to drive better outcomes.
• Bring new ideas to the table, we promote agency across our teams.
• Work closely with stakeholders and discuss complex cases to drive change and improvement.
• As the leader the teams can turn to for support and guidance.
• With in depth knowledge of theory relating to trauma, abuse and neglect.
• Manage program budgets and provide complex updates on targets and reporting.

Make it Work:

• A total remuneration package of $159,698 (this includes superannuation)
• A fixed term opportunity to January 2027. An opportunity to learn, grow and develop new skills at a leading, innovative organisation.
• Experience in the program areas included in the portfolio would be highly regarded.
• Ability to think creatively and identify opportunities to respond to market needs and sector developments.
• A culture that promotes teamwork, working together to achieve better outcomes.
• An opportunity for you to think differently.
• We take the Health and Wellbeing of our people seriously offering a Well Worth It Program, Fitness Passport, EIP and EAP.
• Access to discounted health insurance as well
• A diverse and inclusive workplace for you to feel safe, acknowledged and included.
• Our people are our biggest asset, we will support you to progress your career with a dedicated L&D team.
• A workplace with Rainbow Tick Accreditation and DCA Inclusive Employer recognition.

What our people say. "I really love the organisation. We're always looking at new and innovative ways to do things - things like evidence-based models, being solutions-based in ways that we could solve problems. We really do innovate and you do feel like you're valued in terms of your contributions."

Ready to take the next step?

The closing date is Sunday 28th September.

The advert is only supposed to be an overview. To discuss the details of the role or to ask any questions please reach out to Amy Youl via email using the subject line "Program Manager enquiry" at

To apply for this position all you need to do is click apply wherever you are and attach a resume and a brief cover letter that describes your motivation to apply.

If shortlisted we may ask you to address a Key Selection Criteria before interview.

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement.

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this. Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.