About the role: 

2 x Fixed Term to 30 June 2027 positions available with flexible options between 0.8 to 1.0 FTE

Reporting to the Manager, Sector Capability, these roles will be responsible for developing and delivering workforce development programs that directly respond to mental health workforce needs, working closely with stakeholders across Victoria's mental health sector.

You will collaborate directly with lived and living experience and expertise within the Collaborative Centre and the broader mental health sector, ensuring workforce development programs are informed by the perspectives and insights of people with lived and living experience of mental ill-health, psychological distress, trauma and/or substance use or dependence as well as families, carers, supporters and kin.

Regular travel across Victoria is an expected component of this role, as you will be engaging directly with different workforces at their respective locations to deliver on-site learning and development initiatives.

About us: 

The Collaborative Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing is a Victorian public entity led by a unique Co-CEO partnership and governed by an independent skills-based Board who report to the Minister for Mental Health.

About you:

These roles require strong experience and expertise in professional development, excellent stakeholder engagement skills and knowledge of mental health services and systems in Victoria. 

We are looking for someone who can: 

• Design and support the promotion, coordination and implementation of workforce education and development programs that respond to the Collaborative Centre's strategic priorities and identified workforce needs, using evidence-informed approaches to adult learning
• Contribute to the evaluation and continuous improvement of learning initiatives, analysing feedback and program effectiveness
• Develop and implement processes or strategies to ensure the meaningful engagement and full participation of those with lived and living experiences to support the Collaborative Centre's work

A qualification and/or experience in a relevant mental health discipline is required.

A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, and/or demonstrated industry experience in training and workforce development is required. 

To view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date please click on the position description attached.

What we offer: 

• The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
• A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
• A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply: 

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter and specify your preferred full-time equivalent (FTE) or working hours. Click the ‘Apply' button.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy. If you have any queries in relation to the application or recruitment processes, please email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au.