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SalaryCountry to Coast Queensland (CCQ) delivers the primary health network (PHN) program for Central Queensland, Wide Bay and Sunshine Coast on behalf of the Commonwealth Department of Health. CCQ has an ambitious agenda to design and deliver world recognised primary health outcomes for the people in their region. Achieving this will require CCQ as a commissioning organisation to not only focus on primary health service provision, but also the environmental, social and cultural determinants of health which support communities to live their best lives.
Our diverse and region covers 161,108 km2 from Sunshine Coast to Rockhampton and across to Emerald. The population in the region is just under 1M people with around 68% living regionally or remotely and more than 28% living in the most disadvantaged quintile.
We collaborate with our community to provide exceptional primary healthcare services to reduce health inequalities for our region. CCQ has seven key priorities for health improvement: Mental Health, alcohol and Other Drugs, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, population health, health workforce, digital health and aged care.
We have set aspirational targets to ensure health equity is at the heart of the work we do, so understanding and supporting vulnerable communities is paramount. Additionally, like most health systems, workforce remains a significant challenge, therefore innovation must be a priority moving forward.
About the role
CCQ is commencing a national recruitment campaign for the Senior Manager |Mental Health, Alcohol, Other Drugs and Suicide Prevention.
Reporting to the Director (MHAOD), this role will support the implementation of the stepped care approach across the Country to Coast Qld (CCQ) footprint from Sunshine Coast to Central Queensland.
This role is open due to a recent promotion within the business.
Key duties will include:
- Leading the development and coordination of Mental Health reform associated programs /projects across the region in collaboration with partner agencies, clinicians and the community
- Manage resources and competing priorities to progress planning, design and coordination of commissioned services and other supports
- Coordinate with partners to transition existing services and commissioning of new services and/or programs
- In partnership with key stakeholders, develop, implement and evaluate innovative services that enhance Mental Health reform which are responsive to the needs of the community, clients and carers
- Other ad hoc duties as required
Key Selection Criteria:
- Understanding of the Mental Health AOD Suicide Prevention sector and reform agenda in Australia, including knowledge of best practice approaches
- Comprehensive understanding of the health and social services sectors
- Demonstrated experience with designing, monitoring and evaluating evidence-based programs, including program logics and KPI setting
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders at all levels within a complex and changeable environment
- Impeccable communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate to diverse audiences using a range of communication methods, both written and verbal.
- Ability and demonstrable experience developing strategic and productive networks
- An attractive remuneration package, including salary sacrifice packaging, up to $15,900 per year tax-free.
- You can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses such as meals and holidays.
- Permanent full-time positions
- Flexible work options, including work-from-home opportunities
- Access to an employee assistance program - a free and confidential counselling service available to you.
Your application must include a response document (suitability statement) that does not exceed 1 page reflecting the Key Selection Criteria and a current resume.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a national police check
Closing Date: 5th January 2024 11:59pm AEST
“CCQ is a culturally safe place to work and embraces diversity in all its forms. People who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.”
