Senior Registry Officer
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- Administration
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- REQ550167 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
Senior Registry Officer, Mental Health Review Tribunal
Join our Civil Team, Mental Health Review Tribunal at Gladesville NSW for an exciting temporary opportunity (up to 11 months) and be part of the team enriching mental health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- The Mental Health Review Tribunal is a specialist legal body constituted under the Mental Health Act 2007. It has a wide range of powers that enable it to conduct mental health inquiries, make and review orders, and to hear appeals, about the treatment and care of people with a mental illness.
- We offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to meet the role requirements.
- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- Explore boundless potential in a dynamic environment.
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- Embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible/hybrid working hours.
- Build your career
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About this role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
As a Senior Registry Officer, you will coordinate the day-to-day operation of scheduled hearings by liaising with Tribunal members and parties to a hearing, providing information to clients and stakeholders and maintaining files in order to support the Tribunal in meeting its statutory obligations relating to the scheduling and conduct of hearings to review persons receiving treatment under the Mental Health Act, 2007.
Crown Clerk 5/6, starting salary from $97,027 - $107,059 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week.
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you'll be doing
Allocation of duties is rotated daily between 3 to 4 team members which includes the clearing of the team generic inbox, in outlook; entering hospital patient lists in our client management system; scheduling hearings. Processing applications for community treatment orders; triage & response to telephone enquiries from reception; processing variations to orders & matters that have been adjourned
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of the Mental Health Review Tribunal with:
- Broad operational knowledge of mental health legislation and the role of the Tribunal.
- Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to issues affecting people with a mental illness.
- The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
- The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.
How to apply
At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below.
Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.
Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission
Target Questions (1-2 pages)
- Describe your experience in meeting deadlines in a busy and demanding workplace with competing priorities and displaying judgement, exercising initiative and dealing with complex and sensitive issues.
- Give an example that demonstrates your ability to work independently as well as to contribute to your team’s priorities. Describe your approach to working in a small team and what you believe is the most important asset to working efficiently.
For role related queries or questions contact Danielle White on 1800 815 511 or email: Danielle.White1@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ550167.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Lisa Byrne on Lisa.Byrne@health.nsw.gov.au.
Closing Date: 11:59pm Friday 14 February 2025
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.
To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
- This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
- Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
Applications Close: 11:59pm Friday 14 February 2025
