VCID
719896
This is a
Permanent Part Time appointment at 30 hours per
fortnight.
About
us
The Mental
Health Commission (Commission) is working to establish mental
health, alcohol and other drug systems that meet the needs of
Western Australia’s population and deliver quality outcomes for
individuals and their families. The Commission is an Equal
Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander peoples, young people, people with disabilities, people
from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for
positions within our agency.
The
Commission commissions, provides and partners in the delivery
of:
- Person-centred and
evidence-based prevention, promotion and early intervention
programs;
- Treatment, services and
supports; and
- Research, policy and
system improvements
If you would
like to work for an organisation that offers great working
conditions and is making a difference in the community, then
consider a career with the Commission.
About
you
We are
seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Senior Project Officer - Lived
Experience.
You will
bring a strong understanding of the Lived Experience (Peer)
workforces and demonstrate the ability to work strategically and
effectively in a leadership role to strengthen and embed lived
experience practice across the mental health, suicide prevention,
and alcohol and other drug sectors.
You will be
able to work collaboratively, reflectively and be skilled at
providing high-quality insight and advice to inform organisational
policy, initiatives and system improvement.
About
the role
The Senior
Project Officer (Lived Experience) draws on personal or
carer/significant other lived experience to strengthen the design,
delivery and evaluation of mental health, alcohol and other drug
and suicide prevention initiatives across the Commission. The role
leads and supports projects, policy development and stakeholder
engagement activities that genuinely reflect lived experience
perspectives, promote trauma-informed and culturally safe practice,
and contribute to ongoing system improvement.
As a member
of the Lived Experience Development team, the position works
collaboratively across the Commission and with external partners to
embed Lived Experience leadership in planning, governance and
service development. The role provides high-quality advice, project
management, training, education and communication to support the
Commission’s strategic priorities.
Subject to your
position, work area and Industrial Award/Agreement, Commission
employees may access a range of benefits including:
- Study
leave/assistance
- Option
to purchase additional leave
- Extensive employee
wellness program
- Flexible
working hours including flexible start/finish times
- Leadership and
professional development programs
- A
competitive, award-based salary
Further
information about the position can be found in the attached job
description form (JDF).
Leadership
Expectations
We believe
that all our people are leaders and expect and encourage them to
demonstrate leadership in their roles. We are committed to building
the leadership capability of our people and to support this we have
adopted
Leadership Expectations.
Further
Opportunities
This
selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy.
Suitable applicants may be considered for other similar vacancies
within 12 months of applicants being notified of the recruitment
decision.
To find out
more about the Commission and what we have to
offer, click
here.
About
your application
You will be
assessed against the selection criteria of the position, as
outlined in the JDF.
You will also
need to show us how your skills and experience match your
ability to work in a way that reflects our values - Honesty,
Engagement, Accountability, Respect and Togetherness.
A current
(within 12 months) National Criminal History Check will be required
prior to commencement of employment.
For further
information about this position contact Sara Walsh on 6553 0299 or
by email Sara.walsh@mhc.wa.gov.au.
Submitting Your
Application
For your
written application please provide the following:
- a
maximum 3 page CV outlining your employment history and
achievements relevant to this position.
- a
maximum 3 page statement addressing essential selection
criteria 1, 3, 4 and 7 this role as outlined in the
JDF.
Late
applications will not be accepted. If you experience
difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee
Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business
hours.
If you
require any reasonable adjustments to support your participation in
the recruitment process, please contact mhc.hrservices@mhc.wa.gov.au
to discuss how we can best assist you.
