Principal Project Officer

2 months ago


Brisbane, Australia Queensland Health Full time

The role
The role involves ensuring adherence to defined service quality standards, health and safety policies, and procedures to guarantee the provision of high-quality, safe services and workplaces. As a key member of the team, you will provide expert advice on the Mental Health Act 2016, focusing on the rights of individuals with mental illness. Collaborating closely with the Chief Psychiatrist, you will lead the review of MHAAT processes, aligning them with legislation and policy to enhance regulatory reform frameworks and facilitate efficient service delivery.
Additionally, you will liaise with mental health services and government departments, oversee statutory officer reports, and play a lead role in instructing legal representatives in individual consumer matters before the Mental Health Court. Your active contribution to policy development, compliance monitoring, and education resources will be crucial in ensuring effective administration of the Mental Health Act 2016.
The successful person
To excel in this position, it is essential to possess advanced expertise in the stipulations of the Mental Health Act 2016 and legislation pertinent to individuals with disabilities. This includes a comprehensive understanding of issues related to safeguarding the rights of mental health service consumers, while effectively managing workloads within a high demand setting to fulfill the Chief Psychiatrist's responsibilities under the Mental Health Act 2016. Moreover, a detailed understanding of the interplay between the mental health and criminal justice systems is required.
About us
The Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland. We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace. Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.
The Clinical Excellence Queensland (CEQ) mission is to partner with health services, clinicians and consumers to drive measurable improvement in patient care through continual pursuit of excellence. CEQ is committed to a client-first approach. Through building strong relationships and understanding the needs and aspirations of our clients, we are best able to achieve our mission.

**Benefits**:

- A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
- Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading.
- Flexible working arrangements
- Diverse work culture
- Career training and development

How to apply
- Please submit your resume (including the details of two referees), and
- A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.



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