Vacancy Reference No. 918194
This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time appointment with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
We currently have 1 Permanent Full Time position available.
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.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke-free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
Eligibility to Apply: Preference for appointment will be given to Australian Permanent Residents.
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.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 01/10/2018.
Position Profile: The Sexual Health and Blood-borne Virus Program (SHBBVP) within the WA Department of Health is seeking to establish a pool of dedicated and enthusiastic applicants for possible appointment to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise over the next 12 months.
SHBBVP is responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing and monitoring the public health response to sexually transmissible infections and blood-borne viruses among priority populations in Western Australia. Suitable applicants will have high level communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to negotiate effectively. You need to demonstrate an understanding of and experience in the development and delivery of best practice sexual health and relationships education programs within the school and classroom setting.
You will be required to develop policies and programs for priority and new and emerging populations for school based sexual health and relationships education on a state-wide basis. You will manage web content and website functionality for the school program and other related web-sites within SHBBVP and undertake strategic projects with a special emphasis on inter-sectoral initiatives for schools and teachers.
Applications will be assessed against the work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the SHBBVP may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy
Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- 9.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information go to: http://www.treasury.wa.gov.au/superannuation.aspx
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Flexible leave arrangements.
- Other professional and location based allowances.
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Lisa Bastian on 08 9388 4840.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employment Services on 1300 367 894 (and select Option 2) for immediate assistance during business hours.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (Please note: Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants).
Referees: It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.
Applicants are advised to write a statement, of no more than five pages, addressing the selection criteria and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. 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.
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APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
