Do you want to be a part
of the Smiling Starts team, our mission is to improve the oral
health of our youngest community members in Western
Australia.
This is
a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time,
Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time, and Casual
appointments. Fixed Term appointments will be made with the
possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
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 regular 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 30/06/2026.
What
is our Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist
role?
Dental
Therapists / Oral Health Therapists (ECDP) provide dental
care and oral health promotion to the youngest members of our WA
Community and their families within the Smiling Starts program. As
part of the new program, Dental Therapists / Oral Health Therapists
receive referrals from child health nurses and other networks to
provide dental care to eligible patients.
For more information about
the Smiling Starts Program, please visit our website: Smiling
Starts.
In this role,
you’ll be part of a passionate team bringing this program to life
in our communities.
You
will:
- Build
meaningful connections with families, carers, and key community
partners to support positive oral health habits from the very
beginning.
- Deliver
fun, engaging preventive programs in a variety of community
settings, using the Smiling Starts messages and resources to
inspire families.
- Provide
high quality oral health screening and dental care for eligible
children, following DHS and Smiling Starts program policies to
ensure safe, consistent, child focused care.
For a full outline of responsibilities and role
expectations, please see the attached Job
description.
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.
Travel
Possibilities
As the
Smiling Starts program develops there will be the opportunity to
travel to regional areas of Western Australia, with generous daily
allowances and all costs covered.
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?
Prior to applying, we strongly encourage you
to contact Jetelle Bailye, Senior HR Consultant - The Futures
Group on 0422 705 630 to discuss your suitability
for the role and the application process.
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.
The JDF is
attached for reference. Your application should include:
- A Cover
Letter (no more than 3 pages) - Use this as an
opportunity introduce yourself and let us know why you are
applying for the role. Please provide examples to demonstrate
what you would bring to this position (refer to the attached
JDF) in particular relating to your ability to work as part of
a team
- A
detailed Resume which sets out your qualifications,
capabilities and experience relevant to this
position.
- 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:
- Applicants
must be eligible for registration as an Oral Health Therapist
or Dental Therapist by the Dental Board of Australia -
Home.
- Applicants
must have a current “C” or “C.A.” class driver’s
license
- This
position is subject to a Western
Australian Working With Children (WWC)
Check. For further information please refer to the
Working with Children Check
-
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential
requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent
positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term
appointment you must have documentary evidence of your
entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the
contract.
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 Jetelle Bailye, Senior HR Consultant - The Futures
Group on 0422 705 630.
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.
