We have an exciting fixed term temporary full-time opportunity for you to join our Mental Health Alcohol & Other Drugs Branch based in Herston! Undertake research and support the analysis, development and implementation of patient rights and quality improvement projects arising from Better Care Together, the five-year plan setting the strategic directions and priorities across the state-funded mental health, alcohol and other drug service system.Throughout this role you will undertake research, analysis, development, implementation and evaluation of patient rights and quality improvement projects arising from Better Care Together, including for example improving access to legal advocacy in tribunal and court matters. You will prepare high-quality correspondence on behalf of the Chief Psychiatrist and senior departmental officers as required, and the preparation of Cabinet submissions, reports, information/discussion papers or other documents. You will manage projects and activities within the Office of the Chief Psychiatrist in line with Queensland Health project management methodologies to ensure the delivery of timely and quality project outcomes. Furthermore, you will provide advice about the Mental Health Act 2016 and other legislation or system-wide policies, procedures and issues that impact on the rights and interests of consumers and victims.The successful personYou will have demonstrated:Experience using project management skills including the ability to manage and evaluate projects, utilise relevant systems and effectively integrate related activities to achieve project deliverables and outcomes.Knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly acquire, knowledge of the interpretation and requirements of relevant legislation and policy (e.g. the Mental Health Act 2016, the Forensic Disability Act 2011 and the Guardianship and Administration Act 2000) and its complex inter-relationship with government, non-government and private sectors.Ability to research policy issues of a complex nature and the capacity to provide accurate and timely advice to management in relation to these issues.High-level oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and negotiation skills.About usThe Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland. We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace. Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.The role of the Clinical Excellence Queensland (CEQ) is to drive the patient safety, quality improvement and clinical improvement agendas for the Queensland health system. It will achieve this by identifying, monitoring and promoting improvements in the quality of health services delivered by service providers (both Hospital and Health Services and private health facilities, globally and within Queensland), and support and facilitate the dissemination of best-practice clinical standards and processes that achieve better outcomes for patients.A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environmentCompetitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loadingFlexible working arrangementsCareer training and developmentHow to applyTo apply for this opportunity:Please submit your resume (including the details of two referees), andA cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role. Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis (temporary; full time or part time).