Program Manager - Rockhampton

Act for Kids; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 141,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Meals/entertainment allowance

Wellbeing days

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development fund

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Act for Kids is seeking an experienced part-time Program Manager to lead the Intensive Family Support (IFS) service in Queensland. You will guide a multidisciplinary team, strive for excellence in practice and ensure delivery of high‑quality, evidence-informed support for children and families.

The role is 0.8 FTE with a pro-rata salary of $135,343–$140,675 plus superannuation, and requires strong governance, partnership building and program development skills.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification with professional registration (if required) and membership in a professional association (desirable).
• At least five (5) years' experience managing a multidisciplinary team in a similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team through supervision, coaching and professional development.
• Drive service quality and practice excellence by overseeing risk management and evidence-informed practice frameworks.
• Provide operational leadership through budget oversight, program performance monitoring and compliance with contracts and quality requirements.
• Strengthen community impact by building strategic partnerships and promoting integrated service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Budget oversight

Risk management

Program development

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification (allied health, social work, human services)

Job description

We're excited to welcome an experienced part-time Program Manager to lead our Intensive Family Support (IFS) service. In this key leadership role, you'll guide a multidisciplinary team dedicated to helping children remain safe and families build the skills, resilience and confidence needed to thrive. You'll be responsible for driving service excellence, strengthening practice capability and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-informed support that creates meaningful outcomes for children and families.

• Level 8 SCHCADS Award.
• Salary range: $135,343 - $140,675 (pro-rata) + Superannuation.
• Part-time [0.8FTE], Government funded opportunity until 30 June 2030 with possible extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a high-performing team through supervision, coaching and professional development that promotes excellence in practice and client outcomes.
• Drive service quality and practice excellence by overseeing risk management, case review processes and the implementation of evidence-informed practice frameworks.
• Provide operational leadership through budget oversight, program performance monitoring and compliance with contractual, quality and organisational requirements.
• Strengthen community impact by building strategic partnerships, promoting integrated service delivery and identifying opportunities for program growth and innovation.

Please read the full position description for more information.

About You

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification (allied health, social work, human services) with professional registration (if required) and, a membership in a professional association (desirable).
• At least five (5) years' experience managing a multidisciplinary team in a similar environment.
• Eligibility to work in Australia (proof of eligibility required), including holding or obtaining required checks (Working with Children Check or professional exemption).

About Act for Kids

Act for Kids is a for-purpose organisation that delivers evidence-based support services to children and families who have experienced or are at risk of harm. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose to help keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive.

You will have access to:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
• Extra leave, including wellbeing days, study, exam, and pet leave.
• Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling and wellbeing portals.
• Ongoing professional development through our annual PD fund and structured support.
• Flexible work arrangements and a team that truly values what you bring.

Make a difference every day in a values-led organisation. We're more than just a workplace—we're a community built on shared values: Professional, Ethical, Team, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We're proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion as Inclusive Employer 2023–24 and 2025–26 by the Diversity Council Australia.

We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all backgrounds and identities.

Contact

For more information, please contact Julie Teakle (Director Family Support Services): 07 4755 8*** or ************@actforkids.com.au.