Director, Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs

• Opportunity to lead the performance integration and continuous improvement of commissioned mental health and wellbeing services
• Remuneration: Director 2 - $168265.94 - $188635.48 12% superannuation
• Generous NFP salary packaging options up to $18550
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) Permanent role
• Docklands office location - Hybrid; WFH (2-3 days)

About the role

The Director Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) leads the performance integration evaluation and continuous improvement of commissioned mental health services and programs across the NWMPHN region. This role is responsible for advancing person-centred stepped care models that are coordinated across primary care and community settings.

Reporting to the Executive Director Service Development & Reform you will work collaboratively across Service Development and Reform teams internal teams and with external stakeholders to implement mental health and AOD initiatives. You will identify opportunities for improvement and collaborate across the organisation and with external stakeholders to improve mental health and AOD outcomes in the community.

You will also work closely with multiple stakeholders to understand state and commonwealth department of health policy settings and ensure that the work is carried out in a timely compliant and effective manner.

You will work closely with another Director System Reform and Innovation to provide leadership across the SDR team and work closely together as a team to strengthen service integration improving care and enhancing outcomes in the community.

The successful candidate will have had significant experience in leading a diverse team with a deep appreciation for lived experience and culturally safe ways of working. This role is deeply influential and crucial in ensuring we are delivering right care at the right place and at the right time. You will be comfortable being a bridge between the Executive Team and your team and will know how to build an honest effective and sustainable team.

About Us

We are North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) - Victorias largest independent locally governed and run not-for-profit PHN dedicated to improving primary health care in Melbournes northern western suburbs and inner-city areas. We help people stay well by commissioning health services to deliver better and more accessible primary care.

What are PHNs

PHNs have been established with two key objectives:

• Increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of services for community members particularly those at risk of poor health outcomes
• Improving coordination of care to ensure people receive the right care in the right place at the right time.

At NWMPHN we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including work-from-home options.
• 6 days of additional leave per calendar year supporting work-life balance
• Additional paid leave during end of year close period.
• NFP salary packaging options for up to $18550
• Generous paid parental leave for all carers
• Stay fit with access to 290 gym and pool facilities via Fitness Passport
• Option to apply for additional purchased leave (48/52)
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs

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• Tertiary qualification in health or mental health is required; an additional qualification in management or leadership is desirable.
• Experience in Health care or Health care services sector will be highly regarded.
• Well-developed understanding of the Mental Health and AOD system in Victoria and Australia.
• Understanding of primary and preventative healthcare and a strong appreciation of its critical role in improving community health outcomes and reducing hospital admissions.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and an ability to form effective professional relationships and networks with a broad range of stakeholders across all levels.
• This role may require offsite travel. Current Drivers License and reliable vehicle is mandatory.
• Demonstrated commitment to health initiatives impacting diverse communities.

NWMPHN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognise the importance of attracting and retaining talent that reflects the diverse community we live in. Research shows that teams with diverse experiences and perspectives are more creative and better problem-solvers. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Peoples.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. If you bring curiosity adaptability and the right skills - even if you dont check every box in the responsibilities or qualifications section - we still encourage you to APPLY!

Should you need any specific support or accommodations during the recruitment process or afterwards please reach out to the HR team at

Candidates with valid work rights will be fully considered. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a National Police Check Victorian Working with Children Check and have a valid drivers licence.