Regional Manager

10 hours ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Kanda Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Flexible Work Arrangements Available | Monthly RDO - Enjoy Work-Life Balance
  • Ongoing Training & Support | Career Development Opportunities
  • Permanent Full-time | Based in Cairns

Kanda is seeking a passionate and experienced Regional Manager to lead our Residential Care & Support programs in Underdale, SA. Reporting to the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in overseeing service delivery, empowering your teams, and driving positive outcomes for the young people we support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Service Delivery: Lead and manage regional operations, ensuring high-quality services, strong financial oversight and proactive workforce planning.
  • Program Development & Improvement: Support the growth and improvement of existing programs and contribute to the development of new service initiatives.
  • Team Management & Support: Recruit, train, mentor and supervise Case Managers and program staff, fostering a safe, collaborative and high-performing culture.
  • Risk, Compliance & Reporting: Oversee risk management processes, ensure adherence to organisational and regulatory requirements, and provide consistent reporting to senior leaders.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Build meaningful and productive relationships with community partners, agencies and departmental stakeholders to strengthen service delivery outcomes.

About You

  • Certificate IV, Diploma or Bachelor in Child, Youth & Family Intervention, Social Work, Psychology, Education, or a related field
  • Proven experience in youth services management and leading multidisciplinary teams
  • Strong leadership capability with the ability to inspire, motivate and resolve conflicts sensitively and effectively
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building strong stakeholder relationships
  • Understanding of trauma-informed care and the challenges young people face within the sector
  • Hold or willing to obtain: Working with children's check & NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.

What We Offer

  • An opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of young people.
  • Wellness initiatives and access to the Sonder wellbeing app – 24/7 support
  • Monthly RDOs, giving an additional 12 days of leave per year
  • Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
  • Employee recognition programs, including Employee of the Month and service awards
  • Genuine opportunities for career growth and progression

Want to chat about this role?

Reach out to Charlotte – Talent Acquisition Specialist

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Kanda is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

We're dedicated to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and comfortable to be themselves. At Kanda, every voice matters, every culture is valued, and we believe that diverse perspectives aren't just welcome — they're essential to who we are and what we do.

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