Senior Program Officer – Mental Health Data Analysis and Reporting

Job title: Senior Program Officer – Mental Health Data Analysis and Reporting

Company: Government of Western Australia


Job description: Salary: HSO Level G8 $124,516 – $128,795 p.a (plus 11.5% superannuation)
Location: Perth
Unit/Division: WACHS – Central Office > Mental Health
Work Type: Permanent – Full Time
Position No: 00618003
Closing Date: 2025-03-17 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
Attachments:This is a Permanent Full Time vacancy.Position Profile: An opportunity exists for a Senior Program Officer to join our team. You will be responsible for extraction, analysis and reporting of mental health and related data in response to the ad hoc and routine data requirements of WACHS, the production of reports as part of monitoring mental health related activity and the production of key performance indicators. This includes ad-hoc complex statistical analysis related to service activity and the provision of data reports and analytical advice to all key stakeholders both within WACHS and the wider health system. The role is also responsible for producing business intelligence dashboards and may undertake projects related to performance reporting.The position will maximise the use of existing and emerging information systems to support the analysis of mental health service performance, improvement of data sources, collection, retrieval, analysis and dissemination of data and information to support WACHS mental health reform, strategic and operational planning and design agendas.This position is based in our Perth Central Office.About WACHS: WACHS is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information

. * Access to salary packaging arrangements

• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at ).For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Robert Edey on 0427 775 682.Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online ( ).Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. The names of two referees should also be provided. It is preferable for one of these to be a current supervisor or manager. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other “similar” vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

Expected salary: $124516 – 128795 per year

Location: Perth, WA

Job date: Sat, 01 Mar 2025 05:45:33 GMT

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