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The Senior Director, Prison and Youth Detention Health Services (SD PYDHS) will lead the effective and efficient delivery of clinical services within Prison and Youth Detention Health Services, at West Moreton health (WMH).

• Permanent full-time opportunity!

Job details

About the role

This role operates within an integrated, interdisciplinary leadership model, that is supported by professional leads within the service to collaboratively deliver high quality patient services to the cohort.

The role will implement strategic and operational initiatives associated with meeting the ongoing healthcare needs of the prison population of West Moreton with a focus on prevention, primary healthcare, health promotion and prisoner health and wellbeing. 

The key responsibilities of the role include:

• Actively participate in the implementation of the strategic vision, direction, and culture within WMH, and translate these into operational processes and direction to support the clinical priorities and outcomes of the Prison and Youth Detention Health Service.
• Provide effective leadership in the development and management of a multidisciplinary leadership team that effectively executes the organisational strategic goals and plan, consistent with time frames, activity, and budget.
• Influence and lead the Prison and Youth Detention Health Service management team to review and reform programs, health services and oversee change and innovation that responds to the identified needs of the West Moreton prison population.
• Cultivate and maintain professional working partnerships with relevant internal and external stakeholders, including the Department of Health, Healthcare Partners and other organisations as required to ensure that identified outcomes are realised.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Senior level leadership experience in the health service industry environment, preferably in field of health promotion, primary health care, or prisoner wellbeing with a clinical, quality and performance management focus.
• Senior leadership in managing and coordinating internal teams and multi-disciplinary project teams, exercising sound judgement and effective responses to the demands of a high-pressure environment.
• Articulates and drives the implementation of strategies that align with West Moreton Health's vision and purpose.
• Leads change with agility in a large and complex organisation.
• Manages internal and external relationships by demonstrating high level communication, consultation, negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Whilst not mandatory, relevant tertiary and/or business qualifications are desirable and will be highly regarded.

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community –  Follow this link  

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• WM650491_07 Senior Director PYDHS_RD (PDF, 204KB)
  Role Description
  
  Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  WMH Leadership Standards (PDF, 241KB)
  Information Package for Applicants