Principal Policy AdvisorSalary: PSO Level 7 $139,860 - $149,485 per annumLocation: PerthUnit/Division: Mental Health Commission > Strategic Management and Service DevelopmentWork Type: Fixed Term - Full Time PositionPosition No.
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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
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 looking for enthusiastic and dynamic applicants for the role of Principal Policy Advisor.
About the role
The Principal Policy Advisor – This position consults and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the MHC commissions services that deliver value for money, and demonstrate positive outcomes for consumers, families, carers, and the community as a whole.
The role will involve engaging with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations for the delivery of mental health and/or alcohol and other drug Services in the Kimberley region.
The position reports to the Assistant Director Strategic Commissioning within the Commissioning and Programs Division, working closely with prevention, treatment and community support leaders and contract managers, however, collaborates with the Governance and Corporate Services directorate and System Development directorate to ensure continuous alignment with the MHC and whole of government strategic direction and priorities for commissioning.
Benefits
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 .
The leadership context for this position is .
Further Opportunities
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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 your written application please provide the following:
a maximum 4 pages CV outlining your employment history and achievements relevant to this position.
a maximum 2 pages statement addressing the selection criteria of this role as outlined in the JDF.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your participation in the recruitment process, please contact to discuss how we can best assist you.
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