This is a PermanentFull Time or Fixed Time appointment.WA Health embraces diversityand is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in theprovision of our service.WA Health supports flexibleworking practices within the context of a quality health service.WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across allbuildings, grounds and vehicles.Eligibility to ApplyPursuant of Section 50(d) of theEqualOpportunity Act ****, the occupant of this position must be ofAboriginal descent.Other ConditionsWA Health engages staff in positions oftrust and responsibility.
WA Health policies require applicants toundertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking aspart of the appointment process.
As well as undertaking a criminalrecord screening and integrity checking, you may also be requiredto undertake a working with children check (if required for therole) and a pre-employment health assessment.
We may ask refereesto comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethicalbehaviour.
Please note that adverse information does notnecessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as partof the appointment process.This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check.
For furtherinformation please refer to the WWC website at:Recruitment ProcessPlease note this recruitmentprocess requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment HealthAssessment (PEHA).
Any offer of employment with WA CountryHealth Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA toensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of theposition.
An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer ofemployment being withdrawn.
Please see the attached WACHSPEHA Policy for further information.Whilst this selectionprocess will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it mayalso be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service.
In addition to this, should the successfulapplicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the nextmost suitable applicant may also be selected from this process.Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12)months from whenthe authorised delegate endorses therecruitment decision.Position ProfileWorks as a member of the multidisciplinaryregional mental health team to provide mental health services toall clients of the service, with particular focus on Aboriginalconsumers.This position will workprimarily in the communities of Esperance and Norseman, and thesurrounding areas in conjunction with the Community Mental Healthteam in Esperance and the Regional Child and Adolescent Mentalhealth Service.Area ProfileThe WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is thelargest country health system in Australia and one ofthebiggest in the world, providing health services toapproximately half a million people, including45,000Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half millionsquare kilometre area.
The organisation comprisessevenregions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health servicesand health centres located acrossrural and remote WesternAustralia.
Our core business is the provision of quality,accessible health servicesto country WA residents andvisitors.Employee BenefitsIn addition to the great salary ouremployees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (inline with operational requirements):12%employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.
For further information on superannuationclick hereAccessto generous salary packaging arrangementsProfessional DevelopmentOpportunities and Study Leave/assistanceFlexibleworking arrangementsFlexibleleave arrangementsOtherprofessional and location based allowancesAs a WACountry Health Service employee you're entitled to discountsacross some private health care funds.
Please see attachedflyer for further details.We are committed tofostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employeefeels valued and empowered.
We believe that a diverse team bringsunique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community'sneeds.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences tojoin us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure toachieve equality, under sections 66R and 66ZP of the EqualOpportunity Act ****, encourage applications from people livingwith a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally andlinguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years ofage and under).
For Further JobRelated Information:We encourage you tocontact Zoe Rundle on ************.
If you experiencedifficulties while applying online, please contact EmployeeServices on ******** for immediate assistance during businesshours.It is preferablefor your referee to be a current supervisor ormanager.Applicants areadvised to write a covering letter outlining their suitability forthis position, and attach their current resume or curriculumvitae.These documents should be complete and readyto attach prior to applying online.
Please ensure you allowsufficient time to complete the online application process as youwill be required to answer various questions and attach yourdocumentation.Lodgement is systemgenerated.
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