Director Of Regional Services

About us

Since humble beginnings in Darwin in 1973, Carpentaria has grown into one of the Northern Territory’s largest not for profit Disability Services providers. 

Carpentaria provides Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults, through Supported Independent Living, Short and Medium Term Accommodation, Pathways Program, Employment and Training, Specialist Disability Accommodation and Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology and Counselling). 

We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life and are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.

About the role

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, and as part of the Executive Leadership team, the Director of Regional Services provides leadership and management of Carpentaria’s Regional Services including Therapy Services and Supported Independent Living teams. This position is based onsite at our office in Alice Springs, Northern Territory.

Working closely with the Executive team, you will manage and execute the organisation’s strategic priorities through operational service delivery, ensuring a best practice approach that supports viable, safe, high quality, person centred therapy and supports.

A generous remuneration and benefits package is available for the successful candidate circa $240k (comprising cash and non-cash benefits).

About you

To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced leader who is able to demonstrate awareness, understanding and navigation of the unique social, economic and political environments particularly related to regional National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), for-purpose service delivery. You will use your highly refined interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with stakeholders to develop and grow new and existing service offerings in the region.

Disability or similar sector related industry experience is highly valued, coupled with the ability to provide operational/strategic advice throughout a diverse portfolio. You will have a well-developed understanding of human and community services program delivery, management, governance, and risk. 

You will also have highly developed interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, and the ability to manage passionate and dedicated service delivery teams to achieve outcomes. 

Be part of the incredible team at Carpentaria where you can truly make a difference. 

* A Secondment Opportunity may be available for the preferred candidate.

How to apply

A copy of the Role Profile and Position Description can be accessed via our website at www.carpentaria.org.au/careers. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you think you will be a great fit for our organisation via the Seek apply button. 

We are committed to creating a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity and fairness and is safe, inclusive, and collaborative. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all abilities, the LGBTQ+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

For further information about the role, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Kellie Hutchins, Carpentaria Deputy CEO on (08) 8920 9*** or at ***************@carpentaria.org.au.

Applications close 22 April 2024.