Overview
The advertising period of this vacancy has been extended. This is for a Permanent or Fixed Term Full Time appointment at various hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. An opportunity exists for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the Mental Health and CADS team in Geraldton in the Midwest.
Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain high quality standards of patient care by leadership, delivery of care and role modelling in accordance with policies and procedures. Act as a clinical resource to staff across the hospital. Provide expert clinical assessment, screening, follow-up and care as required.
Requirements / Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge and experience of mental health disorders and provision of evidence-based treatment in acute and community settings.
- Significant experience in crisis intervention and the prioritising, and management of psychiatric and non-psychiatric emergencies in complex situations.
- Knowledge and skills in the implementation of the WA Mental Health Act and legislation affecting clinical practice.
- Highly developed communication skills including computer literacy.
- Highly developed negotiation, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and use effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Selection Criteria / Eligibility to Apply
- Please refer to the attached Job Description Form for selection criteria.
- Eligibility to apply requires a valid working visa for fixed term appointments, or being an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or having a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia for permanent appointments.
To be eligible to apply, 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 at
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 — preferably for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.
What We Offer
- 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
- Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate.
- Access to discounts across some private health care funds.
Area Profile
The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Midwest health region covers more than 470,000 square kilometres, nearly one fifth of the State, with population concentrated along the coast. The region includes three health districts — Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest and Murchison. It is a culturally diverse region with Aboriginal people representing 13% of the population.
Other Conditions
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. Policies require criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may be asked to comment on integrity and ethical behaviour. A satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) is required. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in withdrawal of an offer. The recruitment process may also involve WWC checks where applicable. This vacancy may be used to fill other similar positions for up to twelve months. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences, in line with the Equal Chance Act 1984. LODGEMENT IS SYSTEM GENERATED; late or email applications will not be considered.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination and to a smoke-free environment. We support flexible working practices where possible and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
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📌 Clinical Nurse Specialist - Mental Health Liaison
🏢 Wa Country Health Service
📍 City of Greater Geraldton