- Department for Health and Wellbeing, Office of the Chief Psychiatrist, Mental Health
- Salary: $114,105-$118,413 - ASO8 - Full Time / Term Contract (up to 31 December 2021)
The Manager – Legislation and Policy, is responsible for provision of strategic and interpretive advice to support the Office of the Chief Psychiatrist (OCP) and SA Health in their statutory obligations under the Mental Health Act 2009, in line with the South Australian and National mental health reform agendas. The incumbent will contribute to the improvement of the quality and effectiveness of state-funded mental health services, and outcomes for consumers and their families, by:
- Leading the legislation and policy stream of OCP responsibilities in relation to the administration of the Mental Health Act 2009, including its review
- Significant contribution to the vision, goals and leadership of the OCP
- Contribution to policy and guidelines that may impact upon or be impacted by the functions of the OCP
- Management and supervision of relevant OCP Legislation and Policy staff
- Collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 740763
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Applications close: 16 Apr 2021 Cen. Australia Standard Time