This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency

We currently have 4 positions available: 2 x Level 6 Senior Program Officer and 2 x Level 5 Senior Project Officer positions are vacant.

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 you

We are looking for enthusiastic applicants for the roles of Senior Program Officer and Senior Project Officer within the Public Education and Health Promotion Programs team. You will be working on state-of-the-art social marketing campaigns in a dynamic team environment, and we are seeking to identify proactive candidates that are keen to contribute to population wide healthy behaviour change strategies.

About the roles

Senor Project Officer - Level 5:

The Senior Project Officer contributes to the development, implementation and evaluation of statewide mental health public education campaigns and health promotion programs for the community and specific target groups. This role involves engaging with stakeholders, conducting research and analysis, preparing high-level reports and submissions, and contributing to policy development.

Senior Program Officer - Level 6:

The Senior Program Officer coordinates, manages and supports the development, implementation and evaluation of projects and initiatives at local, regional, and state-wide program levels in accordance with relevant frameworks and strategies. The Senior Program Officer is responsible for undertaking complex research, data analysis and stakeholder engagement activities, developing high-level reports, and providing expert advice in areas such mental health, suicide prevention, and/or alcohol and drug support services.

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 forms (JDF).

The Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. The Commission values the uniqueness of individuals who may vary in many different ways, including ethnicity, culture, national origin, social class, gender, age, religious belief, sexual identity, intersex status and mental and/or physical ability, and people from these diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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 - respecting individuals and culture, engaged and accountable, leading with courage, and keeping integrity at our core.

A current (within 12 months) National Criminal History Check will be required prior to commencement of employment.

For further information about this position contact James Stevens-Cutler, Manager, Public Education and Health Promotion Programs on 0423 864 161 or via email: [email protected].

Submitting Your Application

For your written application please provide the following:

1. A maximum 3 page CV outlining your employment history and achievements relevant to this position, and;
2. A maximum 3 page statement addressing the selection criteria of the respective position you are applying for.

Please note, during the application process you will be asked to indicate which position/s you are applying for: Level 5, Level 6 or both. If you would like to apply for both positions, please respond to the Level 6 selection criteria only.

Late applications will not be accepted. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Further Opportunities

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30 June 2026.

To find out more about the Commission and what we have to offer, click here.