Mental Health Program Manager

Be Recruitment Group; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Une organisation de santé communautaire bien établie recherche un Program Manager pour diriger ses programmes de santé mentale et de violence domestique. Ce rôle clé implique la gestion d'une équipe dynamique, la promotion des soins axés sur le traumatisme et le développement de services innovants. Le candidat idéal possédera des qualifications en psychologie ou un domaine connexe, avec une solide expérience en leadership clinique.

Qualifications

• Expérience en gestion de programmes et leadership clinique dans les services de DFSV.
• Compréhension approfondie des principes féministes et de soins informés par le genre.
• Fluency in a language other than English est un atout.

Responsibilities

• Diriger la livraison opérationnelle de services thérapeutiques divers.
• Superviser une équipe pluridisciplinaire de professionnels.
• Promouvoir l'innovation dans les programmes de santé mentale et de DFSV.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Trauma-informed care

Communication

Relationship-building

Team leadership

Education

Tertiary qualifications in psychology, counselling, social work or related field

Job description

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Base pay range

A$115,000.00/yr - A$125,000.00/yr

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Are you a seasoned program manager with a strong commitment to trauma-informed, feminist practice?

We are recruiting on behalf of a highly respected, community-based women's health organisation, based in North Wollongong and Warilla. They are seeking an experienced Program Manager – Mental Health and DFSV to lead and grow its dynamic DFSV, mental health and wellbeing programs.

About the Opportunity:

This organisation has a long-standing reputation for delivering holistic and inclusive health services tailored to the needs of women across the Illawarra. The team is passionate about community impact, and they are looking for a leader who shares their values to oversee a wide portfolio of therapeutic programs—including counselling, case management, crisis intervention and community programs.

As Program Manager, you will report to the General Manager and play a critical role in ensuring the effectiveness and sustainability of trauma-informed programs that support women experiencing domestic and family violence, mental health challenges, and complex life circumstances.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic and operational delivery of a diverse range of therapeutic services.
• Provide clinical leadership, risk oversight, and service quality assurance.
• Supervise and support a multidisciplinary team of professionals.
• Drive DFSV and mental health program innovation, continuous improvement, and evidence-based practice.
• Foster partnerships with community stakeholders to support holistic care.
• Contribute to training and fee-for-service program development.

What You Bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in psychology, counselling, social work or related field.
• Experience in program management and clinical leadership, within DFSV services.
• Strong clinical skills, particularly in trauma, domestic/family violence, and mental health.
• Deep understanding of feminist principles and gender-informed care.
• Experience working with diverse communities and marginalised groups.
• Excellent team leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Training in the Safe and Together Model.
• Experience in a feminist or not-for-profit environment.
• Fluency in a language other than English.

Why Apply?

• Work with a respected community health provider making a real difference.
• Lead a passionate and skilled team in a values-driven environment.
• Be part of an organisation shaping trauma-informed systems and feminist practice.
• Enjoy variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to innovate and influence.

Interested in learning more?

For a confidential discussion or to request the full position description, please contact Alana at Be Recruitment [e-mail] or 0482 078 844

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider and Other

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations, Health and Human Services, and Individual and Family Services

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