Project Manager - Strategy and Performance, Mental Health and Specialised Services

Job Description

An exciting opportunity exists for a Project Manager within the Strategy and Performance Mental Health and Specialised Services team who will be responsible for driving the initiatives funded through Better Care Together plan for Queensland's state-funded mental health, alcohol and other drug services and other service development initiatives, within Mental Health and Specialised Services. Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS) is in southeast Queensland and extends through the coastal and hinterland areas from Caloundra in the south and Gympie in the north. The SCHHS is a values-based organisation. We are committed to the maintenance of a culture in which we treat our colleagues with respect as we do our patients, consumers and the community. We respect, protect and promote human rights in our decision-making and actions. Key Responsibilities include: Manage the successful delivery of mental health initiatives and service development and evaluations in line with best practice methodologies. Develop project plans and apply appropriate project management techniques, methodologies, and tools, that ensure a well-documented approach to benefits realisation, risk and issue management and quality project outcomes. Lead the development of internal quality governance and reporting processes to support the Operational Director Strategy and Performance-MHSS. High level understanding and a comprehensive knowledge of contemporary health workforce related development, as well as state policies, directives and initiatives in workforce management, as they relate to Queensland Health. Remuneration value up to $15,182 p.m., comprising salary between $5,784.20 - $6,120.40 p.f., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (AO8) (Fixed Term Temporary Full time position available for six months with possible extension). Applications will remain current for the duration of the vacancy. Please note: only applications from candidates will be accepted (applications that may result in an agency fee will not be considered). Why work for us? We offer rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas across our health service and pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance. As a Queensland Health employee, you will benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for our people and our community. We encourage people of all genders, races, ages and abilities to apply for roles within our Health Service. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Sunshine Coast here: As a Sunshine Coast Health employee, you will receive competitive remuneration and have access to: A wellness program; Generous superannuation; Flexible work arrangements; Career training and development; and Salary packaging. Check out the latest updates here: #J-18808-Ljbffr