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About the Position General/Business Unit Manager (CEO & General Management) Government - State (Government & Defence) Full time $239,483 - $263,586 p.a. + supe & AL loading General Manager, Forensic Mental Health
Justice Health NSW
Executive Band 1
Sydney Are you looking to make a positive difference? This is a newly created, executive role to transform the way we deliver care. Justice Health changes the lives of people in the Justice systems; together we enable a safer and healthier tomorrow for everyone.
About Justice Health, NSW
Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (Justice Health NSW) provides healthcare across secure inpatient, custodial, court and community settings. We deliver healthcare services to adults and young people who come into contact with, or who are at risk of coming into contact with the criminal justice system. Each year, Justice Health NSW staff care for more than 30,000 patients in our settings through dedicated in-person and virtual multidisciplinary teams. Our healthcare services include primary, mental health and specialty care services. This includes screening, acute and chronic care, as well as preventative health services to those identified with a health need. Justice Health NSW is evolving and we are currently in a significant growth and transformation phase. We have recently developed a new strategic plan and are realigning structures to support our ability to deliver on the vision and strategic objectives. It is a time of positive change and opportunity. Justice Health NSW is an organisation where we make a material difference to the lives of the most vulnerable in our communities; we are a deeply purpose driven organisation. As the organisation develops, there are significant opportunities for professional growth and career development. We employ amazing people who create wonderful teams and we are very much an employer of choice for many.

The Role
The newly created role of General Manager, Forensic Mental Health reports to the Chief Executive, Wendy Hoey, and is responsible for leading the operational functions, development, implementation and co-ordination of Justice Health NSW forensic mental health services. The role will lead and direct the physical, financial and human resources of adult custodial and youth detention mental health and forensic mental health services including the Forensic Hospital and Long Bay Hospital - Mental Health Units. These services deliver international best practice and clinical outcomes for patients in contact with the NSW forensic mental health and criminal justice systems, across courts, community, inpatient and custodial settings. The role will provide expert strategic, authoritative and innovative delivery leadership of custodial and forensic mental health services, working closely with Chief Executive, the executive management team and Board. The role has budget responsibility for $90m and c500 staff.

About You
To succeed in this role, you will be a contemporary executive leader able to demonstrate significant achievement across a broad spectrum of areas including mental health, clinical operations, strategic planning and delivery, workforce management and clinical governance. You will display outstanding leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence multiple stakeholders across all disciplines of the health profession as well as across a diverse patient community. This is an opportunity of transformational significance and comes at a pivotal point in our organisation's evolution.
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Applying for this role
You are required to submit a brief covering letter, including a short statement in response to the two targeted questions below: Describe your executive management experience and outline your track record of achievement in leading a mental health or related organisation operating in a complex service delivery environment.How have you improved clinical and financial performance whilst enhancing culture in a current or previous role? Essential requirements: Tertiary qualifications in Health Management and/or demonstrated equivalent knowledge, experience and training.
This is an ongoing, full time, Band 1 role. An attractive remuneration package within the range of $239,483 - $263,586 per annum with annual performance reviews, will be negotiated with the successful applicant. We also offer generous relocation allowances and free parking in some locations.
The role will be based from Sydney, either Malabar or Sydney Olympic Park, given this is where the majority of the executive team are based, however the organisation operates state-wide so a degree of travel will be required. Flexible work modes are supported.
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Rob Macmillan, Partner Health Derwent or Ellie Morris, at
Please click here to apply for the advert through the Health Career Portal (search by job reference number REQ391831)

Justice Health NSW employs people from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. Put simply, we focus on your capability and your passion.
NOTES: The selection methods for this role are in accordance with the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and employment arrangements for the NSW public sector. Applicants must respond to the two targeted questions and submit an up-to-date resume. For further guidance, refer to Applying for a role in the NSW Public Service. Applicants will need to demonstrate their proficiency in the capabilities outlined in the Role Description. These will be assessed through the recruitment process to determine their suitability for appointment. For further information, refer to the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework. To be eligible for employment, you must be one of the following: An Australian citizen; A permanent resident of ; A New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport; or A citizen of another country with an appropriate visa that allows you to work in Australia You can only be offered employment in this role for the duration that your current visa allows you to work in Australia; and you can only be offered ongoing employment if you have a permanent visa that allows you to work in Australia. Relevant standard screening checks will be undertaken following interviews e.g. National Police Check, Service Checks, Proof of ID etc. Click here for information on NSW Health Applications close: Wednesday 3rd May 2023 (11:59pm) Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for . Hi, are you interested in a user research interview with our team? You will receive a gift voucher worth AUD 80 for your time. Only qualified participants will join the interview. no -- Principals only. Recruiters, please don’t contact this job advertiser.
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