Workforce Development Manager 

• Salary packaging options
• A values-based organisation
• Temporary Full time – initial 2 year contract

Turning Point

Turning Point is Australia’s leading national addiction treatment, training and research centre where we seek to transform the way society provides treatment, specialist care and support for those affected by addiction. We are a specialist alcohol and other drug and addictions organisation that integrates treatment and support services with research, education and training. Our unique service model ensures that research informs clinical practice and vice versa, resulting in a best practice environment. Turning Point is a Registered Training Organisation and is formally affiliated with Monash University in the delivery of higher education courses.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organisation and to lead an established team of experienced education and training professionals. The scope of work undertaken by the team varies from the provision of single day workshops through to the delivery of AOD competencies at Certificate IV level and three year higher education courses at a Masters level. The team is active in the development and delivery of online course and other innovative platforms and cater for the training needs of new entrants to the AOD sector as well as experience clinicians and sector leaders.

Key Selection Criteria

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant area in education, health or social or behavioural sciences or other relevant area

• Demonstrated experience in the design and delivery of complex education/ workforce development projects

• Extensive experience in managing staff and multi-disciplinary teams

• Experience in managing compliance requirements in relation to Higher Education or RTO activities

• Experience in teaching undergraduate or postgraduate students, including postgraduate research student supervision

• Understanding of the AOD sector and the broader health system policy environment in Victoria and/or nationally

The benefits of working for Eastern Health include:

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note: 

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health Values:  Patients First | Agility | Humility | Respect | Kindness | Excellence