Centacare, an Agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane, is a values-based organisation dedicated to providing services to the entire community, irrespective of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender, or ability. With a workforce of over 3,000 employees and volunteers, Centacare operates in more than 200 locations, supporting tens of thousands of people each year across various Directorates.
The role:
As the Head of Research, Evaluation & Data Analytics, you will play a key role in establishing a culture of data-driven practice to ensure high-quality client care across Centacare Services. Collaborating with the General Manager Centacare Practice Governance and relevant Subject Matter Experts, you'll build relationships with universities and government departments to secure grant funding and develop research and evaluation partnerships.
Key Duties:
- Work within the Practice Governance Unit to enhance safe and quality outcomes for clients.
- Ensure the development, implementation of Data Analytics relating to practice performance and client outcomes across a complex and diverse range of programs and services relating to quality client care for Family & Relationship Care, Aged Care & Housing, and Disability Care & Mental Health.
- Develop and maintain research and evaluation partnerships, and supporting student placements within Centacare Services.
- Contribute to the implementation of Centacare’s Practice Governance and Research & Evaluation Frameworks.
- Ensure timely and accurate data, identifying systemic trends and issues for continuous improvement.
- Foster a culture of data-driven outcomes to inform improvements in service delivery.
- PhD in Psychology, Social Work, Behavioural Science, Health, or other relevant Discipline.
- Significant senior experience in managing research, evaluation, and Data Analytics in a diverse and complex community services organisation.
- Experience in research and evaluation within the community services sector and applied understanding of Human Service Quality Framework, Aged Care and/or Disability Quality Standards is essential.
- Ability to obtain an NDIS workers screening card and working with children check.
- Ability to obtain and pass a police check.
This is a unique opportunity to work for a values-based organisation and develop your skills at one of the largest employers in Queensland. In addition to a competitive remuneration package including 12% superannuation,6 weeks paid parental leave, 13 weeks Long Service leave plus PBI packaging benefits of up to $18,550, you will be able to be part of an organisation that truly values their employees and providing client centric care to our clients.
How to apply
If you are passionate about using data to make a difference in the community and meet the qualifications outlined, we invite you to apply for this role.
Click APPLY and submit a cover letter that clearly addresses the above-listed skills, experience and essential criteria, as well as a copy of your current résumé.
Please note shortlisting and interviews will commence as applications are received.
The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people (0 - 18 years) and/or vulnerable adults. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or vulnerable adults.