Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs Program Coordinator

Your impact, where you're really needed.

As our highly valued Program Coordinator within the Mental Health and Alcohol and other Drugs Team you will use your passion to improve mental health and AOD outcomes for the community to lead initiatives that create positive change region wide.

You'll make an impact at scale by:

• Leading a portfolio of work, within the mental health and alcohol and other drugs team that aims to address the unmet primary care needs of individuals who experience barriers to accessing supports appropriate for their need.
• Using your highly developed communication and interpersonal skills to work with internal and external stakeholders.
• Implementing commissioning activities including co-design, procurement, monitoring and evaluation.
• Being actively involved in region wide mental health and suicide prevention planning and implementation of activities that work towards ensuring high quality, integrated, responsive and consumer-centered mental health and AOD services.

What you'll bring

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience and/or knowledge of primary mental health and alcohol and other drugs sector, and the importance of integrated service delivery.
• Demonstrated experience and/or an understanding of commissioning and contract management including co-design, procurement, monitoring and evaluation of commissioned services.
• Extensive track record of high level internal and external stakeholder engagement and development of partnerships on a regional level.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and coordinating innovative approaches to change in regional systems.
• Ability to lead a project including development of a business case, program planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Selection Criteria

• Describe your skills and experience in leading and coordinating innovative approaches to create positive change in regional systems, preferably in the area of mental health and alcohol and other drugs.
• Provide an example of where you have undertaken high level internal or external stakeholder engagement to achieve a shared outcome.

A healthy community. A healthy career.

Are you ready to be part of something bigger, something good?

At South Western Sydney Primary Health Network (SWSPHN), our mission is simple: we're building healthier communities.  Through connection and care, we tackle the region's healthcare challenges by supporting primary health providers. As a not-for-profit, we're passionate about improving services to meet the diverse and evolving needs of our community.

That really matters. And so do you.

Why South Western Sydney PHN?

We're a values-driven organisation that sees and supports you as a whole person. What we do isn't easy, there are many moving parts, but we're deeply invested in the health of our region, and in your wellbeing.

Here's what you can expect when you work with us:

Make a Real Impact

As our Mental Health and AOD Program Coordinator, you'll play a hands-on role in strengthening primary care and improving outcomes for thousands. Every day, you'll help move the dial on healthcare and make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Work in a Way That Works for You

We understand that life doesn't always fit a 9-to-5. Whether it's a school drop-off, a family celebration, or hybrid working, we trust you to do your best work—your way. And you'll find approachable leaders who are genuinely committed to your growth and success.

Be Part of a Kind and Talented Team

The people you work with matter. At SWSPHN, you'll join a team of dedicated, passionate professionals who collaborate, support one another, and share a deep commitment to primary health.

Are you ready to be part of something bigger?

Join SWSPHN and build a healthy career that works for you.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter in response to the selection criteria by COB Monday 15 September 2025. To find out more, contact Luke Swain, Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs Team Lead

Contract term until June 2027 with possible extension dependent on funding.

The communities we support are very diverse, and so are their healthcare needs. SWSPHN benefits greatly from a team that brings together many different perspectives and experiences, and we're proud of our inclusive culture. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people from all backgrounds.

Preferred applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will be subject to a Criminal Record Check.

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