Do
you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the
health of its people and community?
We are seeking applications
from values-driven people who meet all the essential selection
criteria listed on page 6 of the Job Description attached to this
advert.
This is a Permanent
Full-Time appointment.
What
is the Health Promotion Coordinator role?
This role leads the Healthy
Population Program which aims to build the capacity of local
governments and other organisations to develop, implement and
evaluate public health plans and evidence-based health promotion
interventions. Supervises a program team to implement agreed
projects. Assists to determine the strategic direction for
health promotion for the North Metropolitan Health Service
(NMHS). Monitors, evaluates and reports on activities and
outcomes. Builds relationships and partnerships with colleagues
from government departments, non-government organisations and the
community to ensure intersectoral support for health promotion
initiatives.
The Health
Promotion Service works across the NMHS catchment area and
aims to improve the health of the population by preventing chronic
disease and injury. Our goal is to increase the adoption of
health-promoting policies, programs and practices. For more
information, please visit our website: North
Metropolitan Health Service - Health Promotion.
While your qualifications
and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude
speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours
reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and
Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed
on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position
while upholding our values.
What
we offer
NMHS supports flexible
working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work
options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great
salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (North
Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits)
including:
- Generous
salary packaging to increase take-home pay
- Professional and career
development opportunities
- Diverse
and inclusive culture
Want
to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact
Krista Coward on 08 9380 7767 to discuss how this role aligns with
your personal and career interests.
We
think you’ll like it here
Our employees like working
here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out
what they have to say.
Ready
to join our team?
Applicants are required to
apply online www.jobs.wa.gov.au so allow
enough time to complete the online application process and attach
your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please
contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance
during business hours.
Your application should
include:
- A letter
that includes relevant and detailed examples of how you meet
each of the essential selection criteria listed on page 6 of
the Job Description (attachment). Please address your letter to
Ms Krista Coward, Manager Health Promotion;
- A
comprehensive and current resume that clearly shows your
experience relevant to this role; and
- References - the names
and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for
one of your referees to have been a recent
supervisor.
Applicants must ensure their
nominated referees are available to provide references when
requested, as failure to do so may result in them being deemed
unsuitable.
Eligibility to Apply:
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential
requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions
in the public sector.
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.
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 of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12)
months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment
decision.
North Metropolitan Health
Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and
strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging.
We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are
committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care
for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect,
Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this
role.
NMHS is committed to growing
the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and
Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section
51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this
position.
NMHS upholds the social
model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and
endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and
flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to
participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS
Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at email nmhs.talent@health.wa.gov.au.
NMHS promotes a healthy
workplace by maintaining smoke-free and vape-free environments
across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date
will not be accepted.
We
look forward to receiving your application.
