Program Manager Older Persons Mental Health

Albury Wodonga Health; Wodonga; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility for work-life balance

Learning and growth opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Albury Wodonga Health is seeking an experienced Program Manager for the Older Persons Mental Health Service to lead day-to-day operations, partner with the Clinical Lead, and drive safe, high-quality care for older people in our region.

You will provide strategic and operational leadership to multidisciplinary teams, foster continuous improvement and service development, and guide change in a dynamic regional healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA or eligibility for practising membership.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams in clinical programs.
• Experience in rural/regional mental health settings and service development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Older Persons Mental Health Service.
• Partner with the Clinical Lead to drive safe, high-quality care.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership to multidisciplinary teams and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Education

AHPRA registration or eligibility

Job description

Program Manager Older Persons Mental Health

• Flexibility for balancing work and life commitments
• Comprehensive learning and growth opportunities
• Inclusive workplace culture

Program Manager, Older Persons Mental Health Service (OPMHS) - Lead meaningful change and shape the future of mental health care for older people.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and dynamic leader to join our Older Persons Mental Health Service (OPMHS) as Program Manager.

In this pivotal leadership role, you will partner closely with the Clinical Lead to oversee the day-to-day operations of the service, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality and responsive mental health care for older people across our communities. You will provide both strategic and operational leadership, supporting multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional outcomes while driving service innovation and continuous improvement.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated professional who is passionate about improving the lives of older people and has the vision, expertise and leadership capability to influence service delivery across a complex healthcare environment.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Current registration with AHPRA, or eligibility for practising membership with the relevant professional association.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex clinical programs in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Demonstrated leadership in change management, service development and continuous improvement within mental health services.
• Comprehensive knowledge of community-based mental health service delivery, including an understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by rural and regional mental health practitioners.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills, with the ability to foster a positive and collaborative team culture.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a leadership role. It is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the wellbeing of older people, contribute to service transformation, and work alongside a passionate team committed to delivering person-centred mental health care.

For further details, please refer to the Position Descriptionor alternatively contact Hayni Tumbas at ************@awh.org.au for a confidential discussion.

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.

Thinking about a tree-change?

AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga.

We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.

To learn more or register, visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.