Find your place in
the Wheatbelt. With opportunities available in
Northam, Narrogin and Moora, take
the next step in your career as a Clinical Nurse Manager-
Aboriginal Health and build meaningful partnerships with
Aboriginal communities while leading and supporting a committed
Aboriginal heath team. This is your chance to help shape culturally
responsive services that make a lasting difference. Enjoy the
balance of country living in a welcoming regional community, all
while doing work that truly
matters.
This is a Recruitment Pool
for Permanent Full Time and Permanent Part Time positions.
Appointments may be made from this pool until
30/06/2026.
About the
OPPORTUNITY
Responsible for coordinating
the development, planning, implementation and evaluation of
holistic clinical services and relevant health promotion programs
to the Aboriginal communities serviced by Population Health. The
role provides leadership, supervision and support to the Aboriginal
Health Team to facilitate appropriate client and program outcomes,
as well as being responsible for the delivery of safe care outcomes
and upholding the standards of nursing and
midwifery.
To be successful in
this role, you will
have…
- An
advanced ability to apply expert clinical knowledge and skills
across all models of care for outpatient and community
nursing.
- Ability
and experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander people including knowledge and understanding of
cultural issues and social determinants particularly relating
to Aboriginal Health.
- Skills
and experience in program planning, implementation and
evaluation, including evidence of effective services and client
outcomes.
- Knowledge and
understanding of the principles of primary health care and
their application in service delivery.
- Knowledge of legislative
obligations for Nursing and Midwifery, Equal Opportunity,
Disability Services and Work Health and Safety, and how these
impact on employment and service delivery.
- In
possession of a current C or C-A Class drivers
license.
Want to know more
about this role?
To learn more about the
role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact
Colleen Inoue on (08) 9690
2888 or colleen.inoue@health.wa.gov.au
What we
offer
The Western
Australian Country Health Service offer our employees a great
salary as well as an amazing range of benefits:
- Paid
Study Leave.
-
Generous
Salary Packaging Benefits.
- Up to $9010 on a
range of benefits including mortgage, rent, everyday
living expenses.
- Up to $2650 on
meals and entertainment.
- Access to
novated vehicle leasing and pre-tax vehicle
expenses.
- WACHS
supports flexible working practices and consideration will be
given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally
appropriate.
- Professional Development
opportunities.
- 12%
Superannuation Guarantee.
- As a WA
Country Health Service employee you’re entitled to discounts
across some private health care funds, Please see attached
flyer for further details.
- Relocation support may
be available for the right
applicant.
Area
Profile
The Wheatbelt region spans
155,000 square kilometres, encompassing six Aboriginal lands and
language groups. From Jurien Bay on the coast to Southern Cross in
the East, Dalwallinu in the north, and Lake Grace in the south, the
region offers extensive opportunities. Health services include
emergency and inpatient care, outpatient medical, nursing, and
allied health services, as well as cancer, renal, palliative,
rehabilitation, aged care, mental health, public health, health
promotion, and child, school, and community health services.
District hospitals in Narrogin, Northam, Merredin, and Moora, along
with 35 smaller community hospitals and health centres, ensure
comprehensive care across the region. With a strong community
spirit and diverse career prospects, WACHS Wheatbelt is ideal for
living, working, and exploring.
Learn more about living and
working in country WA by visiting our website at WA
Country Health Service - Living and working in country
WA
How to
Apply: Applicants are requested to apply
online http://www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au/
Please provide the following
information as part of your application:
- A
detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this
role
- A cover
letter outlining your suitability for this position
- A
document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job
Description Form (JDF)
- The
names and contact details of two (2) professional referees -
preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or
manager.
Selection
Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description
Form.
If you experience
difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee
Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business
hours.
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
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 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.
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.
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).
Diversity
Statement
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 high-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 will not be
accepted.
LATE OR
EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
