The Team:
Working as part of a team to implement the CYMHS Reform, COI recommendations and broader project initiatives, the Project Support Officer will bring knowledge and understanding of project support in a complex specialist mental health service delivery setting and:
- Participate in the planning and implementation of the CYMHS statewide service development and growth aligned with the CYMHS Reform/COI Program
- Support the development, implementation and review of frameworks and processes that provide key reform program deliverables, which are to be achieved by the identified target dates.
- Participate in various meetings and be a positive role model and advocate for reform.
- Develop and maintain relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Work collaboratively with the project team to undertake functions associated with the broader CYMHS Reform Program.
The Role:
- Support and coordinate the day-to-day administrative tasks associated with the implementation of the CYMHS Reform/COI Program, including providing administrative project support to the relevant working groups and other committees/meetings as identified, support reporting, and coordinate recruitment activities associated with the CYMHS Reform/COI Program.
- Provide project and operational support including assisting with the development of project management and other documentation relevant to the successful implementation of the CYMHS Reform/COI Program.
- Prepare high level correspondence, project reports and submissions as required.
- Develop, establish, and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, to support the successful implementation of the CYMHS Reform Program.
- Collect, collate, and undertake high level analysis and qualitive assurance checks on a range of quantitative data and information on a regular basis to support the successful implementation of the SMHS Reform Program and other related tasks as identified.
You will need:
- Demonstrated well developed planning, organisational and coordination skills, together with experience in providing high level, contemporary project management support within a complex operating environment, and the ability to exercise initiative and effectively organise and set priorities to meet deadlines.
- High level interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to consult with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, together with the ability to produce a range of high-quality documents in a variety of communication formats for differing target audiences.
- Ability to research, investigate, interpret, and analyse service, statistical, financial, and business issues, identify opportunities and recommend actions to support organisational objectives.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Multiple Fixed Term full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 30 June 2027.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $98,255 to $103,069 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
- Current Working with Children Registration
*Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Relevant experience working in a human services environment or similar
- Relevant project management experience
- Experience and/or knowledge undertaking human resource activities
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Simone Caynes
Position: 0448 747 452
Phone number: Program Manager, Strategic Development and Corporate
Email address: simone.caynes@ths.tas.gov.au
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