Senior Policy Officer - Perinatal and Infant Mental Health
Senior Policy Officer
Join our Perinatal, Child and Youth Mental Health team at Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- We offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to thrive in your career.
- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- Explore boundless potential in a dynamic environment.
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- Embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible/hybrid working hours.
- Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
- Build your career in Perinatal and Infant Mental health.
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About this role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
The role is responsible for the development, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of perinatal and infant mental health services across NSW.
You have a chance to make a real difference to families that experience mental health challenges in the perinatal period by working with local health districts, service partners and other key stakeholders to support and optimise perinatal and infant mental health care.
Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $125,693 - $138,510 p.a. plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week.
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you'll be doing
- Lead, advise and support the perinatal infant mental health system across NSW.
- Work collaboratively with clinical networks and other key stakeholders.
- Design and develop evidence-based policy, programs and initiatives.
- Review, monitor and evaluate to ensure continuous quality improvement for services delivered to families.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of perinatal/infant mental health, parenting, child development and attachment theory.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in health, social sciences or similar; or substantial equivalent relevant professional experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge, experience and effective delivery of mental health policy and projects including workforce management, inter-relationship between models of care, contemporaneous evidence base and innovation.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in undertaking all stages of the policy cycle (development, implementation and review).
How to apply
At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) as well as:
- A cover letter (1-2 pages) explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills and
- A response to the Target Question below, demonstrating your ability.
Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.
Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission
Target Questions (1 page)
- Describe a project or policy you implemented related to Perinatal/Infant Mental Health. Explain how you utilised your subject matter expertise alongside skills in project management to achieve positive outcomes for families experiencing mental health issues in the perinatal period.
For role related queries or questions contact Danielle Thomas at Danielle.Thomas@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ550173.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Lisa Byrne on lisa.byrne@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: 11:59pm Wednesday 12 March 2025
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative
To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
- This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
- Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
Applications Close: 11:59pm Wednesday 12 March 2025
