WA Country Health Service 917 subscribers
This is a Permanent Full Time or Fixed Term Full Time appointment.
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. A Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service.
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).
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.
Pre‐Employment Health Assessment
Please note this recruitment process requires completion of a satisfactory Pre‐Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on a 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 An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
Recruitment Process
This selection process will initially be used to fill the advertised vacancy, but it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout the health service. If the successful applicant declines or vacates the advertised vacancy, the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the authorised delegate endorsement of the recruitment decision.
Position Profile
Provides multi‐disciplinary team leadership, operational line management and clinical service implementation, control and monitoring of a community mental health team within an integrated regional health service, compliant with National Standards and legislative requirements. Contributes to the planning and development of the Regional Mental Health Service.
Area Profile
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.
Employee Benefits
* 11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.
* Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
* Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
* Flexible working arrangements
* Flexible leave arrangements
* Other professional and location based allowances
* Entitlements to discounts across some private health care funds
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.
Application Instructions
Applicants are requested to apply online at https://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au. It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.
Covering Letter and CV
Applicants are advised to write a covering letter outlining their suitability for this position, a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages, and provide a detailed curriculum vitae summarising their experience and how they meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online.
Lodgement Notice
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00 pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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