Recruitment Pool
This is a Recruitment Pool for a Fixed Term Full Time or Part Time, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency
Position Profile
We are currently seeking to appoint suitably experienced and highly motivated Midwives - Travel Program.
The travel program provides opportunity for Midwives to live and work in a variety of rural communities and experience what a rural lifestyle and opportunities are on offer over a 12 month placement. The role is to provide care for patients within the scope of practice of a Midwife.
Please see attached information sheet for further details about the program.
Area Profile
The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.
WACHS consists of seven regions - Kimberley, Pilbara, Goldfields, Midwest, Wheatbelt, Great Southern and South West. Note: not all WACHS regions are included in the TRAVEL program.
What We Offer
* Location based allowances including:
o additional North West paid leave
o District Allowance - regional specific
o Annual travel subsidy (ALTC)
o Air-conditioning subsidy allowance.
* Heavily subsidised housing Government Regional Officer Housing
* Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA
* Generous salary packaging benefits:
o Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses
o Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
o Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses
* Plus, Additional Remote Area Specific Benefits.
* Flexible working and leave arrangements
* 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.
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Wendy Milne on 04 99943595 or email nm.nmgrworkforceinitiatives@health.wa.gov.au.
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).
International sponsorship is not available for these positions. To be eligible for appointment applicants must have an entitlement to work in Australia for the period of the program (Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, New Zealand citizen who entered Australia on a current New Zealand passport and was granted a visa with work entitlements on arrival, non-Australian citizen holding a valid visa with work entitlements).
Current WA Health Employees must get permission from their supervisor prior to applying if they intend to request secondment/temporary deployment to undertake the program.
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to apply online http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/.
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 their suitability for this position
* The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.
Selection Criteria
Please see the attached Job Description Form
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 for further information.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
Additional Information
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community's needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health's Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
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