Lived Experience Policy

The Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission (MHWC) has two exciting employment opportunities available within the Lived Experience Stream for highly motivated individuals who are ready to progress their policy and project management skills and contribute their lived experience perspective towards supporting the meaningful work of the MHWC. About the role...

A governmental mental health body in Victoria seeks a Senior Policy Officer for the Lived Experience Stream. This role involves policy development and project management to shape mental health practices. Candidates should have lived experience of mental illness or caring roles. The position offers various growth opportunities and flexible working...

A government health department in Victoria is seeking a Senior Project and Policy Officer to drive policy development in mental health reforms. The role entails engaging with lived experience-led agencies and ensuring their perspectives are embedded within the system. Candidates should possess strong project management and communication skills, alongside a...

A government health organization is seeking a Senior Project and Policy Officer to lead policy development in mental health reforms. This role involves working collaboratively with lived experience-led agencies and stakeholders to ensure their perspectives are included in system changes. The ideal candidate will have strong project management and leadership...

Senior Project and Policy Officer - Lived Experience Department of Health Victoria – Melbourne VIC The Senior Project and Policy Officer in the Lived Experience Programs and Policy Team leads policy and strategy development, and will work with lived experience‑led agencies and other stakeholders to ensure lived experience perspectives shape reforms and...

Senior Project and Policy Officer - Lived Experience The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma,...

About the role : The Senior Project and Policy Officer in the Lived Experience Programs and Policy Team leads policy and strategy development, and will work with lived experience-led agencies and other stakeholders to ensure lived experience perspectives shape reforms and are embedded in the new mental health and wellbeing system. The position also supports...

A progressive support organization is seeking a part-time Youth Peer Worker in Gold Coast City to support young people facing mental health challenges. Ideal candidates will have lived experience of significant mental health issues and the ability to relate to youth journeys. Responsibilities include creating a safe environment, facilitating support groups,...

A prominent health advocacy organization in Hobart is seeking a Director of Lived & Living Experience to provide strategic oversight of advocacy programs related to alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. You will lead efforts to ensure that the lived experiences of clients shape policy and promote systemic advocacy. The ideal candidate will have strong advocacy...

A leading public healthcare provider in Victoria seeks a Senior Eating Disorders Lived Experience Advisor – Carer Perspective. This part-time role requires someone with lived experience of caring for individuals with eating disorders. Responsibilities include supporting mental health consultations and training development, as well as engaging in policy...