Clinical Nurse Salary: RN Level 2 $109,599 - $115,682 (plus 12% superannuation) Location: Geraldton Unit/Division: Mental Health and CADS Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time Position No: 00604161 Closing Date: 2025-11-07 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD) Attachments: This is for a
Fixed Term Full Time appointment at up to 76 hours per fortnight,
with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
With FTE available, now is the perfect time to help shape the future of
rural healthcare.
An opportunity
exists for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the
Midwest Mental Health & Community Alcohol and Drug Service in
Geraldton.
To be successful, you will
have...
Knowledge of and experience with psychiatric disorders and treatment interventions, and principles of community based mental health care and illness prevention.
Well developed written and verbal communication, negotiating and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to work with clients from a variety of cultural and ethnic groups.
A working knowledge of the WA Mental Health Act (2014) and other relevant legislation.
Demonstrated ability to work with other health professionals with a multi-disciplinary team.
Knowledge of computer applications, word processing skills.
Eligible for / or in possession of a current C or C-A Class drivers' licence or other specialised licence class.
Position
Profile: Provides, plans, implements
Community Mental Health Nursing care to customers of Midwest Mental
Health and Community Alcohol & Drug Service.
Selection
Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description
Form.
Eligibility to
Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must
have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an
Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and
work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent
appointments).
How to
Apply: Applicants are requested to apply online Please provide the following
information as part of your application: A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role A cover letter outlining your suitability for this position.
A document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job Description Form (JDF) The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.
What we
offer In addition to the great
salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits: Location based allowances (if applicable) including: Additional North West paid leave District Allowance - regional specific Annual travel subsidy (ALTC) Air-conditioning subsidy allowance.
Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA.
Generous salary packaging benefits: Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses.
Professional Development opportunities Continuous learning opportunities 12% Superannuation Guarantee WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.
As a WA Country Health Service employee, you're entitled to discounts across some private health care funds.
Please see attached flyer for further details.
Area
Profile Other
Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of
trust and responsibility.
WA Health policies require applicants to
undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part
of the appointment process.
Referees may also be asked to comment
on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical
behaviour.
Please note this recruitment
process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health
Assessment (PEHA).
Any offer of employment with WA Country
Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to
ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the
position.
An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of
employment being withdrawn.
Please see the attached WACHS
PEHA Policy