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Senior Policy Officer, Community Living ProgramsJoin our Community Living Programs Team at Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing opportunity and help shape the future of health in New South Wales!About this roleAre you passionate and interested about making a difference for people with lived experience of mental illness? Are you committed to the delivery of high-quality community based supports for people with mental illness? If so, this position is an excellent opportunity to use your experience of program management, policy development, project management, and strong stakeholder engagement skills to contribute to the well-being of people with mental illness in NSW.We are looking for a high performing Senior Policy Officer to focus on strengthening partnerships across the health system, and its interface with social care to improve outcomes for people with mental illness who are in social housing, who are homeless or at risk of experiencing homelessness, working across Health and broadly across the housing and homelessness sector with key relationships with Homes NSW, peak bodies, and community managed organisations.Crown Clerk Grade 9/10, starting salary from $120,859 - $133,183 p.a. plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week.For more information, .Working at The Ministry of HealthYou will be working for the Community Living Programs Team in the Mental Health Branch. The Branch manages a busy and dynamic portfolio which is focused on the NSW Government’s mental health reform priority to enhance community-based supports for people with a mental illness. This role is a great opportunity to work on some of the most important programs and initiatives in adult public mental health the NSW Government has to offer.The Branch is a busy and dynamic environment, with flexible working arrangements and support for professional development.To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our.What you'll be doingThe successful applicant will work with a team to deliver key projects for the Ministry of Health and related government agencies in relation to national and NSW priorities in the community based Mental Health Community Living portfolio that apply to the NSW Health system. The team delivers on highly visible, state-wide initiatives providing program management, policy development and stakeholder engagement.In addition to project management and policy development, there will be ample opportunity to hone your brief writing skills working in a team of supportive, highly skilled, dynamic and diverse professionals, with a strong focus on a positive team culture of self-care, collaboration and mutual support.The role involves close collaboration with our local health districts, cross-agency partners and community-managed organisations, as well as other teams within the Branch and the Ministry.In addition to your mental health and/or housing and homelessness experience it is vital you have excellent communication and project management skills. Your ability to manage your workload and keep to deadlines will be an integral factor in your success.The following are desirable for the role:Experience in and passion relating to mental health, homelessness and/or housing.How to applyAt The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the one target questions below.Targeted Questions (1-2 pages)If you do not include responses to the below questions your application may not be considered. * Describe a challenging project you have previously managed when you had to learn quickly and undertake tasks you had never done before that involved working across agencies . How did you approach these challenges, what was the outcome and what would you do differently in hindsight?For role related queries or questions contact Karen de Mar on Karen.DeMar@health.nsw.gov.au REQ501136.If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Lisa Byrne on Lisa.Byrne@health.nsw.gov.auClosing Date: 11:59pm Wednesday 31 July 2024Our commitment to diversity and inclusionAt the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.Additional information * This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portalPlease note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!Applications Close: 11:59pm Wednesday 31 July 2024NSW Health
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