About the role
Selectability is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to cover the role of general manager – Mackay from 20 October 2025 to 02 November 2025. This leave‑coverage role requires an individual with strong leadership skills, strategic thinking and a commitment to improving mental health services.
The acting general manager will work closely with the executive team, stakeholders and community partners to ensure that Selectability's services are accessible, innovative and aligned with diverse needs. The acting general manager will be responsible for overseeing operations across Mackay, Bowen and Sarina.
About you
To be considered for this rewarding role you will have:
* strong leadership skills and a commitment to Selectability's values of accountability, commitment, compassion, innovation, integrity, positivity and respect
* ability to build and maintain relationships with employees, stakeholders and community members
* excellent communication skills both verbal and written including presentation skills
* highly developed analytical, problem‑solving and numerical skills including the ability to compile, analyse data and prepare reports
* a demonstrated high level of attention to detail with a consistent approach
* a demonstrated ability to prioritise conflicting priorities as required
Role requirements
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in psychology, social work, mental health or a related field (highly desirable)
* Demonstrated experience in mental health, NDIS and community services (highly desirable)
* A current minimum P1 C‑class Queensland driver's licence
* A positive notice (Working with Children) (blue card) (or the ability to obtain)
* A current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or the ability to obtain)
* NDIS Worker Orientation Module, Quality & Safety & You completion certificate (or the ability to obtain)
About the offer
The Acting General Manager – Mackay is a full‑time fixed‑term position from 20 October 2025 to 02 November 2025.
Benefits
* attractive salary & super
* up to $15,900 FBT salary packaging benefits
* 50% discounted training via our RTO
* access to fitness passport
* flexible working arrangements
* career pathways and opportunities for development
* employee assistance program offering confidential counselling support for employees
Applying
If this sounds like you please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you are the best person for this role.
If you would like more information please contact Selectability's HR officer Cathy by email at.
About us
Selectability is a not-for-profit charity with a primary focus on improving mental wellbeing and contributing to suicide prevention across regional Queensland.
We believe everyone has the right to access high‑quality supports locally and have recently expanded our services to include child safety and residential aged care in the Lower Gulf.
If you would like to know more please visit our website.
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