About the role

Specifically, this role will lead and manage the day-to-day activities related to enhancing capacity for suicide prevention surveillance and evaluation, including:

• establishing and supporting implementation of systems for monitoring and reporting on comprehensive pathways of care for suicide-related presentations across partner Hospital and Health Services in Queensland and PHNs
• evaluate the impact of a comprehensive pathway of care (from presentation, assessment, treatment within the HHS to referral, engagement and intervention delivery in aftercare services such as The Way Back Support Service)

About you

          Whilst not mandatory evaluation or data related experience in a mental health related field and/or demonstrated experience in research, including ethics and governance, data management and analysis, and management and writing for diverse audiences, would be highly desirable.

          A track record in suicide prevention research and/or data surveillance would be highly desirable.

          A relevant qualification equivalent to Masters or PhD in a related field (e.g., psychology, health sciences, public health or statistics) would be desirable.

          Demonstrated experience in leading, managing and implementing complex projects including the ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities, manage change, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement to meet deadlines and commitments.

          Analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to review and synthesise information from multiple sources, draw accurate conclusions and provide authoritative advice to decision-makers.

          High level of communication, consultation, negotiation, and liaison skills including writing skills and the capacity to build effective working relationships.

          Demonstrated high level of oral and written communication skills particularly with respect to the preparation of accurate and concise correspondence, reports, submissions, and briefing papers.

          Proven ability to work autonomously, establish priorities and work as an effective member of a team to successfully contribute to organisational objectives.

          Experience in co-design and co-delivery of projects and/or service improvement activities is desirable.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers ( https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers )

Job ad reference number: MH559375
Close date: 02/05/24

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

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