Coordinator - Towards Zero Suicides

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD); Wagga Wagga City Council; Hybrid; AUD 138,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Annual leave with 17.5% loading

Relocation considerations

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is hiring a Health Manager to lead Towards Zero Suicides across the MLHD region. This senior role focuses on transforming suicide prevention services through collaboration with clinicians, communities and leaders to deliver innovative care models.

You will drive workforce capability, partner with Aboriginal health services and community organisations, and guide service development and change initiatives to improve outcomes and safety across the district.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in psychology, nursing, social work, occupational therapy or a related field and/or demonstrated successful experience in MHAOD at senior management level.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Towards Zero Suicides initiative and drive service improvement across inpatient and community mental health services.
• Develop and deliver innovative suicide prevention strategies, programs and models of care aligned with best practice and local community needs.
• Build workforce capability by promoting and supporting evidence-based approaches to suicide prevention and intervention.
• Foster strong partnerships with healthcare providers, community organisations, Aboriginal health services and other key stakeholders to enhance coordinated care and support.
• Lead co-design, quality improvement and change management initiatives that strengthen suicide prevention services and improve outcomes across the region.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in psychology, nursing, social work, occupational therapy or related field

Job description

Make a lasting difference to the lives of individuals, families and communities across the Murrumbidgee by leading innovative suicide prevention initiatives that drive real change. This is a unique opportunity to influence service design, shape the future of suicide prevention across a large rural health district, and help create a future where every person has access to the support they need.

Employment type: Permanent Full - Time

Position classification: Health Manager - Level 3

Renumeration: $137,525.00 – $156,231.00 per annum (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Hours per week:38

Requisition ID:REQ687589

Location: Negotiable within MLHD

About The Role

As the Coordinator Towards Zero Suicides, you will lead a transformative program of work focused on improving suicide prevention outcomes across the Murrumbidgee. Working with clinicians, community partners, people with lived experience and senior leaders, you will drive innovative models of care, strengthen workforce capability and influence meaningful system-wide change that supports safer and healthier communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Towards Zero Suicides initiative and drive service improvement across inpatient and community mental health services.
• Develop and deliver innovative suicide prevention strategies, programs and models of care aligned with best practice and local community needs.
• Build workforce capability by promoting and supporting evidence-based approaches to suicide prevention and intervention.
• Foster strong partnerships with healthcare providers, community organisations, Aboriginal health services and other key stakeholders to enhance coordinated care and support.
• Lead co-design, quality improvement and change management initiatives that strengthen suicide prevention services and improve outcomes across the region.

Our Benefits

Financial

• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
• Relocation considerations

Work-Life Balance

• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options including long service and carers leave

Health & Wellbeing

• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
• Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience and balance

What We’re Looking For

• Tertiary qualifications in psychology, nursing, social work, occupational therapy or a Tertiary qualification in a relevant or related field and / or demonstrated successful experience in MHAOD at senior management level.
• A commitment to improving mental health and suicide prevention services.
• Experience leading service development, organisational change or quality improvement initiatives within a complex health or community services environment.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams, community organisations and people with lived experience.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, analyse complex issues and develop innovative solutions that improve service delivery and outcomes.

More Information

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For role related queries or questions contact Ashlee Taylor on [e-mail] for a confidential chat.

Applications close:14 October 2026

MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

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