This is a Permanent Fill
Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term
Part Time, or Casual appointment, with the possibility of
extension(s) and/or permanency.
We currently have one
positions 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: 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.
This vacancy 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
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being withdrawn.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, 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.
Position Profile: Provides a range of
community-based health services across the region. This
multidisciplinary service includes: Allied Health,
Community Health, Health Promotion and Public Health teams.
These teams work in partnership with other WACHS
departments and external service providers to deliver
services across the entire continuum of care that aim to
improve equity and access to health.
Our Directorate
actively supports and encourages diversity and inclusion
across all occupational groups through the development and
implementation of initiatives aimed at accessing and
improving employment and mentoring opportunities for all
people. Our strategies are located at www.wacountry.health.wa.gov.au
Area Profile: The WA Country Health
Service (WACHS) 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.
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
Selection
Criteria: Please see the attached Job
Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
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).
For Further Job
Related Information: We encourage you
to contact Julia Scott on 08 9080 5661.
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).
It is preferable for your referee to be a current
supervisor or manager.
Applicants are
advised to write a statement 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.
Applicants are
advised to write a covering letter outlining their
suitability for this position, and attach their current
resume or curriculum vitae. 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.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on,
or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE
CONSIDERED.
