Employment Type - Permanent Full Time
Hours per fortnight - 80
Job Category - Other Professionals - Drug and Alcohol
Req Id - 4288
* Opportunity to drive Strategic Leadership in Mental Health and Addiction Services
* Shape the Future of Integrated Mental Health Care at Barwon Health
* Drive Innovation and Excellence in Mental Health as Co-Director Operations
About Barwon Health
Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
About Us
Barwon Health’s Mental Health, Drugs and Alcohol Services delivers a range of specialist community and hospital-based services for all ages who are experiencing mental health and/or drug and alcohol challenges. Services bring together evidence from research with an understanding of people’s lived experience—what works for them. We provide a public, clinical, mental health drug and alcohol service for people living in the Barwon region (Including Greater Geelong, the Bellarine, Surf Coast and Colac-Otway regions).
About The Role
The Co-Director Operations - Mental Health, Drugs and Alcohol Services (Co-Director – MHDAS), is accountable to the Chief Operating Officer for strategic and operational leadership of the directorate and contributing to the achievement of the Directorate’s and Barwon Health’s Strategic Plan and objectives. The Co-Director – MHDAS works collaboratively with the Clinical Director - MHDAS and is responsible for the development of service plans and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Working in partnership with the Clinical Director, charged with the responsibility of service delivery across MHDAS and the management of the Directorate’s budget within delegations of authority.
Key Accountabilities
* Work within a triumvirate consisting of the Clinical Director, Co-Director – MHDAS and Business Manager to achieve strategic priorities
* Provide governance within the Directorate and across Barwon Health to manage staff operational issues within the Directorate with the relevant head of unit or line manager
* Provide operational leadership of the Directorate, including budget management
* Provide daily operational leadership of the Directorate, including the operational performance, the implementation and management of service plans, care delivery, quality leadership, education and training, safety and quality, human resources, promoting clinical standards and governance, patient access and flow, achieving the Directorate KPIs, and managing the Directorate budget within the delegations of authority
* Ensuring a focus on the patient/consumer is at the core of all services provided
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
About The Culture
You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development.
Barwon Health staff benefits
* Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
* A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
* Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
* Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
About Geelong
Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’.
* Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes
* Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers
* Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
* Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes
To learn more about the region, click here.
Diversity and Inclusion
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.
We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.
If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you. Please note we do not accept resumes via email.
Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.
Contact person: Tracy Gilligan
Email:
Phone: (03) 42151072
Application closing date: 7th, May 2025
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