CRVCID 712097
This is a Permanent Full Time appointment and anticipated to commence in May 2026.
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 the role
This position is situated in the Community Services Directorate of the Commissioning and Programs Division of the Mental Health Commission. The Community Services Directorate is responsible for non-government contracting, service implementation and quality of prevention, treatment and support services for people who experience mental health and alcohol and other drug issues and their families and carers.
The Manager Community Support Services is responsible for managing the purchasing and contracting of mental health, alcohol and other drug services, ensuring appropriate and consistent implementation across the state. The position provides advice to the Assistant Director and monitors the performance of new and existing contracts.
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), available from (web search number:
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.
The leadership context of this position is Leading Others, considering it motivates and enables others to deliver high quality work that contributes to the MHC.
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 Trish Calder, Assistant Director Community Services on
Submitting Your Application
For your written application please provide the following and apply via (web search number: :
1. a maximum 4 page CV outlining your employment history and achievements relevant to this position, and;
2. a maximum 4 page statement addressing the selection criteria of 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 for immediate assistance during business hours.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your participation in the recruitment process, please contact to discuss how we can best assist you.