Principal Policy Officer

About the Commission

The Mental Health Commission is working to establish mental health, alcohol and other drug systems that meet the needs of Western Australia’s population and deliver quality outcomes for individuals and their families. The Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency.

• Person‑centred and evidence‑based prevention, promotion and early intervention programs
• Treatment, services and supports
• Research, policy and system improvements

The Principal Policy Officer is responsible for the development of legislative reform and key policy, strategy and planning initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to improve outcomes for people with alcohol and other drug use problems and/or mental health issues.

• Study leave/assistance
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Extensive employee wellness program
• Flexible working hours including flexible start/finish times
• Leadership and professional development programs
• A competitive, award‑based salary

• A maximum 4‑page CV outlining your employment history and achievements relevant to this position
• A maximum 3‑page statement addressing the selection criteria of this role as outlined in the JDF

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your participation in the recruitment process, please contact us to discuss how we can best assist you.