Australia’s Northwest 

This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment for 6 months, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. 

Position Profile: This position co-ordinates the Community Care Services in the West Kimberley at Kimberley Aged & Community Services, and ensures appropriate planning, management and accountability so as to achieve community owned and operated service delivery for the frail aged and younger disabled in remote Aboriginal communities.

This position also assists in supporting and developing Community Care Services across the West Kimberley in conjunction with other Kimberley Aged and Community Services Programs and promote aged friendly principles across the West Kimberley.

Area Profile: The WA Country Health Service 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:

1. Experience coordinating community-based care services for frail aged and/or people with disability.

2. Program management skills including quality improvement, risk management, reporting and stakeholder engagement.

3. Demonstrated cultural capability and experience working with Aboriginal communities.

4. Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with various stakeholders such as Aboriginal corporations, Aboriginal medical services and other health care providers.

5. Highly developed communication and relationship management skills.

6. Well-developed digital literacy and administrative skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook) and experience using databases or other business systems to maintain accurate records.

7. Ability to work independently and travel extensively across remote Kimberley communities. 

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 Katherina Smith on 08 9192 0346 or katherina.smith@health.wa.gov.au

Applicants are required to provide:

·         A statement addressing the suitability criteria above (in no more than 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 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 a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).  Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on 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.  Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within WACHS and/or the wider WA public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then 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 when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

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 to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
 
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.