Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you. If you’d like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | Wellways Exciting development opportunity with exposure to regional leadership Lead Springvale PARC service, while taking on expanded leadership responsibilities across the South East PARC network 12 week, full time opportunity commencing 23 Mar 2026 | Parental leave cover About the opportunity This is a 12 week opportunity to step into the Program Manager role at Springvale PARC, with additional higher duties that provide broader leadership exposure across our South-East PARC network while a colleague is on parental leave. The primary role is Program Manager for Springvale PARC, a women’s Prevention and Recovery Care service delivered in partnership with Monash Health. Springvale PARC is a 24 hour, community based, sub acute mental health service supporting women who are stepping up from the community or transitioning from inpatient settings, offering short term, recovery oriented support in a safe, home-like environment. As Program Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and operation of the Springvale PARC program. This includes people leadership and workforce planning, recruitment and development, service quality and continuous improvement, financial oversight, risk management and strong partnership engagement with Monash Health. You will work closely with your team and stakeholders to ensure the service is safe, responsive and aligned to the needs of the participants in our care. Please click here to download a copy of the position description to see further details relating to this role. Extending your leadership impact In addition to the Springvale PARC Program Manager role, this position includes additional responsibilities that will sit alongside your core duties and are recognised through commensurate compensation. You will support the Program Managers across Travancore PARC and the four Monash PARC services, providing operational support, shared problem solving and regular supervision meetings to strengthen leadership practice, service quality and consistency. The role also includes responsibility for preparing the monthly Monash governance report and contributing to governance and operational meetings, presenting service updates in partnership with Program Managers. This role reports directly to and will be supported by the General Manager. The expanded duties of this role require travel between all PARC sites and offers meaningful exposure to regional leadership, governance and collaborative partnership. About you You are an experienced Program Manager or senior people leader with a strong understanding of PARC services and partnership environments. You are confident in operational oversight, people leadership and service quality, and comfortable working across multiple priorities and locations. You enjoy working collaboratively with other leaders and are motivated by opportunities that stretch your leadership and are eager to extend your impact beyond a single service and contribute to the strength, quality and cohesion of PARC services. You will also have: Qualifications in community health, social science or related discipline Minimum 2 years in a leadership or management role Evidence of Right to Work within Australia Current valid Driver’s License and ability to undertake travel as Satisfactory National Police Records Check, Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check Satisfactory Working with Children Check NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) Worker Orientation Module Certificate For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, we encourage you to contact Beth Fogerty, General Manager on bfogerty@wellways.org . Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment. Job Description Summary Development opportunity to step into Springvale Women’s PARC as Program Manager with expanded leadership across the PARC network for 12 weeks. Contract End Date 12/06/2026 Culture We’re passionate about our work , which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding . All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. W e know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels. We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ and First Nations communities. How to Apply This is your opportunity to join a values based, growing, innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites. Please select "Apply" below to complete your application. Applications Close 08/02/2026
