Residential Care Manager

Job description

Are you passionate about helping young people thrive? This is your chance to step into a leadership role that makes a real difference. At MANAWISE Care, we’re looking for a Care Leader in the Mackay region to guide a dedicated team and support young people in our residential out-of-home care services. About the Role: As a Care Leader, you’ll oversee a small team of Care Practitioners and a Senior Care Practitioner who provide 24/7 care, mentoring, and support to young people. Your role is to lead, inspire, and ensure high-quality, person-centred care that helps every young person feel safe, supported, and empowered. Reporting to the Area Manager, you’ll use your leadership skills and passion for youth work to: This is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to create lasting change in the lives of young people and lead a team that shares your commitment to making a difference. - Support and develop your team to deliver exceptional care - Contribute to innovative, outcomes-driven care plans - Foster an environment of positive engagement and growth for both staff and young people What to Expect: - Ensure the young people in our care are supported, nurtured, and provided with a safe env...