Operations Lead - Addiction Medicine & Integrated Care

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Operations Lead - Addiction Medicine & Integrated CareRequisition No : 4683

Executive Division : Operations

Division : Drug Health Services

Program : Drug Health Services - Operational

Enterprise Agreement : Varied Health and Allied Services, Managers and Ad

Job Function : Administration & Leadership

Project :

Employment Type : Ongoing, Full-TimeAbout the Position An exciting opportunity exists at Drug Health Services for a permanent full-time Operations Lead to support the implementation and operational management of Western Health's Addiction Medicine and Integrated Care services.

Key areas of oversight include : Hamilton Centre Partner Provider : as part of a state wide network, this service supports people with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders to access integrated, inclusive, holistic care by providing training, primary and secondary consultations across the West Metro, Southwest and Grampian regions.Addiction Medicine Outpatient Clinics : DHS operate several Addiction Medicine outpatient clinics within the western metropolitan region, including Footscray Hospital, Melton Health Hub, and Melton Mental Health & Wellbeing Local.Key responsibilities : Provide daily operational management of the services above.Ensure achievement of program KPIs and strategic goalsEnsure efficient and effective working relationships with key stakeholdersSupport team members to deliver high quality, innovative and evidence-based interventions in line with Western Health's Values and Best Care framework.About You The successful applicant will have :

Experience in similar leadership rolesPassion for providing safe and modern care to clients with substance use disordersAbility to l ead with vision, courage, integrity, humility and focusHigh levels of organisation, collaboration, adaptability and communicationWestern Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach servicesto aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties includeoncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals : Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's),Footscray Hospital,Williamstown Hospitaland Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.

Compensation and benefits Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.Learning and development opportunities Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.Mentorship and career support.Community impact and inclusion Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.Organisational culture and environment Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.Ready to make an impact? If you're passionate about supporting clinical services to succeed,we'd love to hear from you. Simply click on the "apply" button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes / applications from recruitment agencies. Western Health acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.

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