Manager - Residential Programs - Odyssey Victoria

Odyssey Victoria; Geelong; Hybrid; AUD 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable not-for-profit organization in Victoria is seeking an Executive Manager - Residential Programs to lead its residential treatment services. This senior role offers a remuneration package of $185,000 plus super, with benefits like hybrid flexibility, salary packaging, and professional development. The candidate should have relevant qualifications and proven experience in not-for-profit leadership and AOD services, combined with exemplary coaching and relationship-building skills. Applications are encouraged from diverse backgrounds that align with the organization's values.

Benefits

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Vehicle or vehicle allowance

Paid parental, carer's, and study leave

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Monthly clinical supervision

Leadership coaching program

Qualifications

• Strong background in AOD, mental health, or related sectors.
• Experience in not-for-profit leadership.
• Ability to build trust and listen deeply.

Responsibilities

• Lead trauma-informed residential AOD programs and service expansion.
• Coach and support managers to build high-performing teams.
• Ensure compliance and strong safety outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Communication

Coaching

Relationship building

Education

Relevant qualification in health, social work, psychology or nursing

Job description

Lead Residential Transformation in a Purpose-Led Organisation

• Attractive remuneration package of $185,000 PLUS Super!
• Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance and access to Salary Packaging
• Hybrid flexibility, Generous leaves, RDO's and MORE!
• Be part of a people-centred, values-aligned executive team

A Place of Hope. A Team of Purpose.

Odyssey Victoria (OV) is a place of hope and transformation for people seeking to break free from the cycle of addiction. We work with individuals, families and communities to reduce drug use, improve mental health, and reconnect people to their communities through therapeutic, evidence-based services.

Our name reflects the courageous journey of change our clients take, and we walk with them every step of the way. OV is a dynamic and fast-growing not-for-profit organisation, renowned for innovation, compassion, and excellence in service delivery.

We’re committed to a culture that uplifts people and communities centred around our values of Respect, Concern, Honesty, Trust, and Love.

Learn more at www.odyssey.org.au

Step Into a Strategic Leadership Role That Matters

Odyssey Victoria is looking for a full-time Executive Manager - Residential Programs , based in Richmond, VIC . This senior leadership role reports to the CEO and is responsible for the strategic, operational, and clinical performance of OV’s residential treatment services across Victoria. You’ll lead an experienced team of Program Managers and oversee critical sites including Circuit Breaker (Benalla), Lower Plenty TC, and the Hope Centre (Bairnsdale).

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Leading high-quality, trauma-informed residential AOD programs and service expansion
• Coaching, guiding, and supporting managers to build values-aligned, high-performing teams
• Identifying and securing new funding and service growth opportunities
• Ensuring strong outcomes in safety, compliance, contract delivery, and accreditation
• Driving innovation, best practice, and therapeutic excellence across all programs
• Overseeing service budgets, capital planning, and resource allocation
• Representing OV in sector partnerships, government discussions, and reform initiatives
• Fostering a culture of psychological safety, feedback, empathy, and open communication

Please note: Occasional travel to residential sites will be required.

Is This You?

To thrive in this role, you will bring a relevant qualification in health, social work, psychology, nursing, allied health, or health administration. You’ll also have a strong background in the AOD, mental health, or related human services sectors , and experience working in not-for-profit leadership.

You are a natural coach and relationship builder , known for being grounded, approachable, and emotionally intelligent. You listen deeply, build trust easily, and bring people together through warmth, authenticity, and a people-first mindset.

You’re comfortable navigating complexity, receiving feedback openly, and stepping into discomfort as a space for personal and professional growth. You lead gently but with conviction, remain calm in ambiguity, and take initiative without needing to be asked. You hold yourself to a high standard of integrity, staying deeply aligned with organisational values and expectations.

You will also demonstrate

• Strong financial, contract, and operational management capability
• Effective communication across internal and external stakeholders
• Capacity to work autonomously and respond to changing priorities
• A collaborative leadership style that nurtures accountability and development

Bonus points if you have

• Experience with therapeutic community models
• Worked in regional or residential care environments
• Existing sector relationships across government and service partners

This is a mission-critical leadership role for someone ready to influence systems, lead with empathy, and create lasting impact.

Rewarding You for Leading With Purpose

This role offers a r emuneration of $185,000 PLUS Super along with a host of benefits including :

• Hybrid (1 Day a week) + RDO
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 to maximise your take-home pay!
• Vehicle or Vehicle allowance provided
• 48 / 52 purchased leave options
• 17.5% leave loading
• Paid Parental, Carer’s, and Study leave
• Leadership coaching program (your own personal coach!)
• Monthly clinical supervision for PD & personal wellbeing
• 24 / 7 access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Phone / Laptop provided

Sound Like You? Let’s Chat.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis – don’t wait to apply!

If you’re ready to step into a role that transforms lives and systems, and you're aligned with our values we would love to hear from you - APPLY NOW!

For more information or queries, please contact [e-mail]

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Odyssey Victoria is proud to be a child-safe and equal opportunity employer . We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience of AOD or mental health challenges, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We believe diversity of backgrounds and experiences leads to stronger, safer, and more effective services for the communities we serve.