Position Profile: Works as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver a community-based child and adolescent mental health service. Provides evidence-based treatment interventions to young people aged 14-25 years old with mental health problems and their families.
This is a Permanent Full Time or Fixed Term Term Full Time, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
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.
Suitability Criteria:
Suitability recognises that a range of factors contribute to merit, including skills, knowledge, abilities, behaviours, ethical alignment and relevant operational requirements. The suitability requirements below are derived from the Job Description Form and define what will be assessed to determine your suitability for the role:
- Registration and Licencing- Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy, Psychology or Nursing and eligibility for registration with the relevant Board, or tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, drivers licence and WA Working with Children Check.
- Clinical Mental Health Expertise – Demonstrated significant experience in assessment, case management and therapeutic intervention with youth and their families presenting with mental health issues, with sound knowledge of emotional, behavioural and psychiatric disorders.
- Communication, Collaboration and Community Engagement – Proven ability to build positive effective relationships with young people, families, community stakeholders and multi-disciplinary teams supported by strong communication, liaison and interpersonal skills.
- Decision making and Legislative Knowledge – Demonstrated negotiation, problem solving, analytical and conflciut resolution skills, together with knowledge of the WA Mental Health Act 2014 and other legislation governing mental health practice.
Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here
- 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
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact on Helene Sharp 08 9956 1999.
Applicants are required to provide:
- A statement addressing the suitability criteria, (maximum 3 pages) outlining your skills, experience, knowledge and what you will bring to the role
- A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) summarising your relevant experience and ability to meet the position requirements
- The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees, preferably including your current or most recent manager
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Further information about the role, including key duties please see the Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.
