Culture Diversity and Wellbeing Partner

Forensicare; Fairfield; On-site; AUD 105,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Forensicare is seeking a Culture, Diversity and Wellbeing Partner based at Thomas Embling Hospital, Fairfield. You will lead DEI and wellbeing initiatives, partner with leaders to translate workforce needs into practical, people-centered solutions and contribute to workforce development and organisational change.

You will bring strategic thinking with practical delivery, strong stakeholder engagement, and knowledge of workplace wellbeing frameworks. Police check may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading diversity, equity, inclusion and wellbeing initiatives within a complex organisation.
• Sound understanding of legislative requirements and workplace wellbeing frameworks.
• Experience advising leaders and teams on inclusion, wellbeing and workplace culture.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development and implementation of DEI and wellbeing initiatives.
• Develop programs to build inclusive capability and employee wellbeing.
• Provide evidence-informed advice to leaders on inclusion and wellbeing.
• Develop frameworks and systems that support safe, inclusive and high-performing workplaces.
• Partner with stakeholders to embed inclusive practices into policies and processes.
• Coordinate engagement activities promoting inclusive behaviours and mental health literacy.
• Collect, analyse and report workforce data to inform strategy and improvement.
• Apply evidence to evaluate impact and refine practices.
• Support workforce development and organisational change initiatives.

Skills

Culture & Inclusion

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Evidence-informed decision making

Education

Diversity and Inclusion qualifications

Job description

Culture, Diversity and Wellbeing Partner

Employment type: Full-Time Ongoing

Location and Classification

• Location: Thomas Embling Hospital, Fairfield
• Classification: Management and Administrative Officer Grade 6
• Pay range: $117,208 plus superannuation and Salary Packaging

About the role

Forensicare is seeking an experienced Culture, Diversity and Wellbeing Partner to lead initiatives that foster a psychologically safe, inclusive and values-aligned workplace.

Working within People and Corporate Services and reporting to the Organisational Development and Learning Manager, you will provide subject matter expertise, practical advice and data-informed insights to strengthen workplace culture, diversity, equity, inclusion and employee wellbeing.

You will partner with leaders, teams and stakeholders across the organisation to translate workforce needs into practical, sustainable and people-centred solutions. The role will also contribute to Forensicare’s broader workforce development, organisational change and continuous improvement priorities.

About you

You are an experienced culture, diversity, inclusion or wellbeing practitioner who can combine strategic thinking with practical delivery. You are comfortable advising leaders, managing competing priorities and working collaboratively across a complex, values-driven organisation.

You bring strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, sound knowledge of relevant legislative and workplace wellbeing frameworks, and the ability to use evidence and workforce insights to guide decisions and evaluate outcomes.

Qualifications in diversity and inclusion, human resources, psychology, organisational development, social sciences or a related field will be highly regarded.

What you will do

• Lead the design, development and implementation of diversity, equity, inclusion and wellbeing initiatives.
• Develop programs that build inclusive capability, promote employee wellbeing and strengthen a culture of belonging.
• Provide evidence-informed advice to leaders and teams on inclusion, respectful behaviours, psychological safety and wellbeing.
• Develop frameworks, programs and systems that support safe, inclusive and high-performing workplaces.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to embed inclusive and wellbeing-focused practices into policies, systems and operational processes.
• Coordinate engagement activities that promote inclusive behaviours, mental health literacy and employee wellbeing.
• Collect, analyse and report workforce data to inform organisational strategies and continuous improvement.
• Apply evidence and insights to evaluate impact and refine organisational practices.
• Support integrated approaches to workforce development, organisational change and capability building.

What you will bring

• Demonstrated experience leading diversity, equity, inclusion and wellbeing initiatives, programs or policies within a complex organisation.
• Sound understanding of relevant legislative requirements and workplace health and wellbeing frameworks.
• Experience providing trusted advice to leaders and teams on inclusion, wellbeing and workplace culture.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and engage diverse stakeholders.
• The ability to develop practical, evidence-informed and people-centred solutions.
• Strong planning skills and the ability to manage competing priorities independently while contributing to shared team outcomes.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to accountability, respectful relationships, workplace safety and continuous development.

Influenza and Immunisation Evidence

This position is subject to a Police Check.

About Forensicare

Forensicare, the Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health, is Victoria’s specialist provider of forensic mental health services. We deliver recovery-focused programs for people living with serious mental illness or problematic behaviours who are connected to, or at risk of contact with, the justice system.

Our services are delivered across community, inpatient and secure settings throughout Victoria. This role is based at Thomas Embling Hospital in Fairfield and may be required to work at other Forensicare sites from time to time.

Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI, people with a lived experience of disability, as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Forensicare promotes our guiding principles of RESPONSIVENESS, INTEGRITY, IMPARTIALITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP and HUMAN RIGHTS, and promotes behaviours that are consistent with these values at all times.

Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke-free environment.