Mental Health Hospital in the Home (MH HITH) provides in-home daily mental health care for eligible patients who would otherwise need to be admitted to hospital.
A key focus of the service is the provision of interventions and support towards recovery. The service is offered as part of the mental health services offered by Rockingham Peel Group (RkPG).
The MH HITH multidisciplinary team of mental health clinicians is based at Rockingham General Hospital.
This is a recruitment pool for permanent full time, permanent part time, fixed term full time, fixed term part time and casual appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
We currently have various hours available. This is an “open-ended” recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:
- The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications, and will assess on a monthly basis.
- 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 19/05/2023.
Area profile: Rockingham Peel Group is part of the South Metropolitan Health Service (SMHS), one of the fastest growing health services in Western Australia and comprises two hospital campuses, Rockingham General Hospital and Murray District Hospital, in addition to community and mental health services across Peel, Rockingham and Kwinana. As the flagship hospital, Rockingham General is focused on providing high quality general medical, surgical and mental health services as well as outpatient care.
Murray District Hospital offers inpatient medical services, palliative care and allied health service.
Position profile: We are seeking experienced Clinical Nurses to join our multidisciplinary team which provides clinical and professional expertise in the delivery of recovery focused mental health intervention within the Hospital In The Home.
You will provide assessment, time limited management & support within the areas of speciality & advanced practice to consumers with complex and mental health needs, their families and carers, within & external to the service, whilst facilitating and promoting patient safety and quality of care.
Selection criteria: Please see the attached job description form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
Want to know more? We encourage you to contact Farah Shah on 0467 197 264.
Employee benefits: Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location based allowances
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How to apply: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au) and provide the following
1. A detailed statement addressing the selection criteria.
2. A curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.
3. Referee names and contact details. It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or 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.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Eligibility: To be eligible for a casual or fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract. Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
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.
WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. SMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
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.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm of closing date will not be accepted.
