Clinical Governance Lead — Homelessness Systems (Flexible)

I Work For Sa; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Human Services is seeking a Clinical Governance Lead based in Adelaide, taking accountability for statewide homelessness governance. The role emphasizes trauma-informed practice, safety and continuous improvement across commissioned services.

The position requires leadership, strategic direction and senior liaison with non-government agencies, with flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to inclusion and child safety.

Qualifications

• Experience leading clinical governance initiatives.
• Ability to engage with government and non-government partners.
• Proven record of improving service quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert leadership and strategic direction to strengthen safety and practice quality across the statewide homelessness system.
• Design and implement clinical governance architecture, standards and assurance mechanisms.
• Promote connection with internal and cross-government clinical capability to address complex risks including DFSV, mental health, disability and other needs.
• Provide senior level liaison and partnership with non-government agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical governance

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Trauma-informed practice

Education

SW/psychology degree eligibility

Australian Association of Social Workers membership eligibility

Job description

The Department of Human Services is seeking a Clinical Governance Lead based in Adelaide, taking accountability for statewide homelessness governance. The role emphasizes trauma-informed practice, safety and continuous improvement across commissioned services.

The position requires leadership, strategic direction and senior liaison with non-government agencies, with flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to inclusion and child safety.