Older Adults Program Manager (Melbourne)

Overview Work Location: Waratah Community Health Service The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers. Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital. Community Program Manager – Mental Health Full time, fixed term until 06/11/2026 (Long Service Leave Cover) Lead operational, clinical and service performance across community mental health Join a dynamic, values-led and multidisciplinary workplace About RMH Mental Health Services The Royal Melbourne Hospital Mental Health Services (RMH MHS) provides recovery-oriented, evidence-based care for people experiencing serious mental illness across community and hospital settings. Our multidisciplinary teams work in partnership with consumers, carers and families to deliver holistic, person-centred care, with a strong focus on collaboration, learning and service improvement. About the Role This senior clinical leadership role is responsible for the operational, clinical and financial leadership of a community mental health program within RMH MHS. You will ensure high-quality, recovery-oriented care is delivered to consumers and carers, while also supporting bed management coordination with Northern Health as Program Liaison Coordinator. Key responsibilities :
- Leading safe, high-quality, recovery-oriented service delivery
- Coordinating bed management processes with Northern Health
- Providing supervision and support to team leaders and clinicians
- Contributing to service planning, development and improvement
- Participating in clinical leadership and strategic decision-making About You You are a confident mental health leader who can:
- Lead across multiple teams in a complex service environment
- Manage competing priorities and operational demands
- Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Demonstrate strong clinical governance and leadership capability
- Promote recovery-oriented, consumer-centred practice Why Join RMH MHS? Join a collaborative, values-driven service committed to improving outcomes for consumers and carers. You’ll benefit from strong leadership support, professional development opportunities, and involvement in mental health reform and innovation. Benefits include:
- Staff wellbeing, supervision and development focus
- Contribution to state-wide mental health reform programs
- Salary packaging, generous leave and Fitness Passport access! Click here to view the full position description For a confidential discussion please connect via the details below. Jacqui Fischer, Director of Community Services Phone Applications will be reviewed as received, and the position may close early if a suitable candidate is identified. Contact and Compliance Name and Contact: All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check. The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve. RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards. As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rvi8z