Overview
Under section 50D of the Equal Opportunities Act of 1984 the applicant must be recognised as a member of the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community. This is a Permanent appointment for 1 FTE. Location: Rockingham Peel Group, part of the South Metropolitan Health Service (SMHS).
About SMHS and the Role
Rockingham Peel Group is part of SMHS, one of the fastest growing health services in Western Australia, comprising two hospital campuses (Rockingham General Hospital and Murray District Hospital) and related services. SMHS provides quality, safe and effective hospital and health services across Peel, Rockingham and Kwinana regions. Our vision is Excellent health care, every time. More about SMHS is available in the Strategic Plan.
We are seeking a Welfare / Recreation Officer Aboriginal to join our team. The successful applicant will assess and promote mental health welfare/recreational needs and provide mental health-focused welfare/recreational services for consumers attending the Intensive Day Therapy Unit (Boordarlang).
Values and Diversity
Our Values guide our work in every action, including recruitment and employment. SMHS encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTI communities, and people with disability to apply. We welcome applicants regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or family/carer responsibilities.
Contacts and How to Apply
Want to know more? Contact James Porter on 6557 4808.
If you are ready to apply, see the application instructions below:
Your application should include:
* A copy of your current CV
* A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages
* The names and contact details of two current referees who can attest to your suitability for this role
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please allow enough time to complete the online application process, as you will be required to answer various questions and attach documentation.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for assistance during business hours.
Employee Benefits
Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
* Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
* Flexible working arrangements
* Flexible leave arrangements
* Other professional and location-based allowances
* For further information click here
Eligibility and Compliance
Are you eligible? 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).
WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating discrimination. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health's Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. WA Health requires applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. You may also be required to undertake a Working with Children check (WWC) and a pre-employment health assessment where applicable. Referees may be asked to comment on your integrity and past ethical behavior, and adverse information will be considered as part of the appointment process.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Selection Process and Timelines
While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout the health service. If the successful applicant declines or vacates the vacancy, the next most suitable applicant may be selected from this process. These options remain valid for twelve (12) months from the date the recruitment decision is endorsed.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00 pm on the closing date will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered.
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