Join the Kalwun Team - Make a Real Impact in Community!
* This is an identified position, applicants must be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person *
Kalwun Development Corporation Ltd, a proud Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisation, is calling on passionate changemakers to join our Child, Youth, and Family Wellbeing team.
Whether you’re delivering frontline services, supporting our community behind the scenes, or helping to strengthen cultural connections, your work will make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across South East Queensland. Kalwun offers a wide range of programs across health, community, and family services, all grounded in culture, care, and connection.
About the role
As a Program Manager, you will lead and supervise a team of professional and operational staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality family well-being and child protection services. The role requires a passion for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people and a strong interest in the development of the holistic person, and a personal interest in health, spirituality, culture and personal well-being.
What you'll be doing
- Provide leadership, management and supervision of quality Family Wellbeing Service delivery consistent with legislation, departmental policies, practice guidelines and statutory responsibilities.
- Identify training needs and collaborate with relevant training and development specialists on the development, implementation and evaluation of appropriate programs that support quality service delivery.
- Develop enduring service delivery partnerships to enhance cross-sector participation, training and development and the delivery and co-ordination of local child protection services.
- Display personal drive and integrity.
- Ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the Family Wellbeing Service, in conjunction, with the other Program Managers and General Manager.
- Foster a culture and philosophy of frontline service delivery, cooperation, team work, high quality people management, commitment to excellence and a professional ethic which ensures the service team continues to meet the department’s priorities.
- Provide authoritative and expert advice to relevant business unit team members to assist in the coordination of quality and appropriate client services.
About You
You’re someone who:
- Builds strong, respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
- Brings experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families
- Is passionate about making a positive impact and supporting others with heart and purpose
Selection criteria
- Strong focus on community engagement and display exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Bachelor or higher in Human Services or similar field with at least 1 years’ experience in a similar role is highly desirable
- Experience managing staff and financial resources
- Ability to provide high-level support and advice to regional management in relation to outcomes, delivery, and improvement strategies.
Requirements
- A Blue Card for working with children ('No Card No Start' policy applies)
- National police check
- Current drivers' license.
- LCS2 clearance withing 3 months of commencing employment (this is a risk-assessed role under the Child Protection Act 1999)
- *IDENTIFIED POSITION - To perform this role it is essential that the person who holds the position be an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 that applicants are Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders. A Confirmation of Aboriginality will need to be provided.
What we offer
Kalwun values the contributions of all staff and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all staff feel accepted, included and welcomed. Our Employees enjoy a variety of benefits including:
- Competitive salary of $115,000 + super per annum
- Salary sacrifice of $15,900 per annum which can significantly increase your take home pay, plus meal and entertainment expenses of $2,650
- Company that is focused on improving the health and wellbeing of our community
- 5 weeks annual leave + extra paid personal leave
- A workplace where mob lead the way.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply
Send us your CV and a short cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
Together, let’s build stronger futures for our kids, our families, and our communities.
