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Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Are you a seasoned clinical leader dedicated to the healing and protection of vulnerable children? We are seeking a passionate and strategic Clinical Director – Head of Social Work And Programmes to provide executive-level leadership within our residential care setting. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development, integration, and delivery of all trauma-informed clinical services including social work, counselling, and psychological support ensuring the highest standards of therapeutic care for every resident. If you are an experienced leader who excels at building high-performance teams, developing clinical competencies, and driving systemic change within a trauma-informed framework, this is a unique opportunity to make a profound and lasting impact.
Company Overview
We are a dedicated residential care home committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for children and young people who have experienced trauma. Our mission is centred on healing, growth, and restoring a sense of safety and well-being. We operate on principles of trauma-informed care and believe in a holistic, multi-disciplinary approach. We are part of a larger network focused on continuous improvement and excellence in child protection and developmental services. Our team is built on compassion, professionalism, and a shared commitment to transformative care.
Key Responsibilities
You will be the clinical leader responsible for the quality, integration, and strategic direction of all therapeutic services.
- Provide executive oversight and decision-making for all social work, counselling, psychological services, and therapeutic programmes. Ensure high standards of case management, clinical intervention, and programme efficacy.
- Directly manage and support Team Leads. Develop and implement comprehensive capability development plans, conduct supervision, and lead in-house training to build a clinically excellent, resilient, and trauma-informed staff team.
- Spearhead the cultivation and sustainment of a trauma-informed care milieu (e.g., TI-PBIS model). Lead multi-disciplinary collaborations to integrate best clinical practices into daily operations and incident response.
- Ensure all services meet regulatory standards and internal KPIs. Oversee case reviews, manage timely reporting (e.g., RC5, incident reports), and recommend continuous improvements to policies, protocols, and SOPs.
- Contribute to strategic planning, ensure accurate documentation and reporting to stakeholders and authorities, and manage the clinical aspects of the home’s operations.
Qualifications
We are looking for an accomplished leader with deep clinical expertise and a proven track record in human services.
- A tertiary degree in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, or a directly related discipline. Post-graduate qualifications are highly advantageous.
- Substantial supervisory and management experience within a social service, mental health, or residential care setting.
- Demonstrated expertise in trauma-informed care models and clinical work with vulnerable children, youth, and families.
- Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire high performance and emotional resilience in staff.
- Strong analytical, strategic planning, and communication skills, with high personal integrity and accountability.
Benefits and Perks
This senior leadership role offers a competitive package and the profound reward of leading meaningful change.
- A starting wage of $28.91 per hour.
- The opportunity to provide executive leadership in a critical clinical setting and shape the therapeutic direction of the home.
- A role with significant impact, directly contributing to the safety, healing, and future outcomes of vulnerable children.
- Professional autonomy to develop clinical practices, lead a team, and implement innovative, trauma-informed frameworks.
- Support within a mission-driven organisation committed to excellence in child and family services.
How to Apply
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If you possess the clinical acumen, leadership experience, and deep passion required for this transformative role, we strongly encourage you to apply.
To express your interest, please submit a comprehensive CV and a detailed cover letter through the designated application channel. Your cover letter should address your leadership philosophy, your experience with trauma-informed care, and your vision for integrating clinical services in a residential setting.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Given the seniority of this role, the selection process will be thorough, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion. We look forward to welcoming a leader who can guide our clinical services to new heights.
