Please note the closing date to submit applications has been extended to Monday 7 August 2023 at 4PM.
This is a Fixed Term Full Time position for 5 years.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
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.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. 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 options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
Position Profile and Role:
The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is seeking an outstanding individual for the position of Executive Director - Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) who is committed to leading and managing change across multiple levels. You will focus on delivering high quality health outcomes and meet the future expectation of stakeholders, including the CAHS Board. An opportunity to contribute to decision making on whole of health issues as a member of the CAHS Executive Team is on offer.
The ability to perform collaboratively in a senior leadership team, identify and manage risk, and achieve strategic and operational priorities for the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) is an essential requirement for the successful candidate. Working within a multidisciplinary environment encompassing services based in the Community and within Perth’s only dedicated Paediatric Tertiary Environment, the successful candidate will be responsible achieving excellence in healthcare.
Candidates will need to possess skills and experience across the following areas:
- Strategic Leadership and Accountability
- Communication, Consultation and Engagement
- Specific skills relevant to Clinical Services and Operational Responsibilities
- A commitment to Governance, Integrity, and Safety and Quality.
The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State’s only dedicated health service for infants, children and young people. CAHS is made up four service areas: Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), and Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH). Consisting of over 6,500 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the metropolitan area.
For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS, please click here and for further information regarding CAHS’ services, please click here.
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
For Further Job Related Information: Further information and support with your application is available by contacting Valerie Jovanovic, Chief Executive on email valerie.jovanovic@health.wa.gov.au or phone 08 6456 5408.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 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.
To apply for the position, please include the following:
- A summary of your overall suitability for the position in the form of a covering letter of no more than 3 pages that demonstrates you have the skills and experience as outlined in the essential selection criteria.
- A current resume which summaries your experience and how you can meet the position requirements.
- The name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a confidential report (with your permission prior to being contacted).
These documents should be complete and ready to upload online. Please allow enough time to complete the online application and the required questions prior to the closing time. Applicants will be assessed on their ability to meet the work-related requirements of the position and contribute positively to the CAHS values.
CAHS values: To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities, CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advert.
For Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please email the Strategic Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Team via email: cahs.talentacquisition@health.wa.gov.au
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
