CRVCID No. 670673

This is a Permanent Full Time appointment.

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 seeking a skilled human resource professional, passionate in making a difference to employee experience and in improving organisational outcomes, through the delivery of workforce development programs.

About the role

This newly created position is responsible for providing a consultancy and advisory service to the Commission’s workforce on strategic and operational issues, including coordination of agency wide initiatives and implementation of learning and professional development programs. A key part of this work is through implementation of the Commission’s Workforce and Diversity Plan. The position contributes to the development, implementation and evaluation of workforce management programs, policies and initiatives, working within the broader People and Culture team, consisting of Human Resources, Organisational Development and Work Health and Safety.

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 and working from home
• Accessible city location next to public transport
• Leadership and professional development programs
• A competitive, award-based salary
• Access to an extensive range of additional leave entitlements

Further information about the position can be found in the attached job description form (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 Merrilee Soh, Principal OD Officer on 08 6553 0273.

Submitting Your Application

For your written application please provide the following:

1. A CV outlining your employment history and achievements relevant to this position, and;
2. A maximum 2 pages statement addressing the selection criteria 1 and 3 only 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 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

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.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.