This is a Permanent / Fixed Term or Casual
appointment at various hours per fortnight, with the possibility of
extension(s) and/or permanency.
WA
Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms
of discrimination in the provision of our service.
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: Pursuant of Section 50(d) of
the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this
position must be of Aboriginal descent.
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will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.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: In liaison with health care professionals, this
role provides delegated assistance, care and support to Aboriginal
people accessing health care and welfare services within the
region, to empower independence. Advises Allied Health team members
and provides culturally appropriate liaison with community services
on issues dealing with Aboriginal patient’s health and
well-being.
Area Profile:
The Goldfields region of the WA Country Health Service covers the
Goldfields-Esperance Region of Western Australia. The region is
located in the south eastern corner of Western Australia and covers
770,488 sq km (including offshore islands). The WA Country Health
Service Goldfields consists of two main health campuses located in
Kalgoorlie & Esperance, and three smaller hospitals located in
Laverton, Leonora and Norseman. The Goldfields is a culturally rich
region with a number of Aboriginal communities spread out across
the region, 16 distinct Aboriginal language groups and an
Aboriginal population that represents 12.3 per cent of our total
population, with 1 in 10 people, on average, identifying as
Aboriginal – this in comparison to the state average of 3.6 per
cent. The region supports a wide range of industry, including
mining, agriculture, aquaculture and tourism. Mining is the
predominant sector in the central and northern parts of the region,
with a well-established agricultural sector in the
south.
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
- Professional Development
Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working
arrangements
- Flexible leave
arrangements
- Other professional and
location based allowances
Work
Related Requirements: Please see page 4 of the
attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For Further Job Related
Information: We encourage you to contact Helen
Trunfio on 9080 5661.
How to
Apply
If this role is what you are
looking for, apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for
Job’ button at the bottom of this page and
provide:
- A cover letter
outlining your suitability for this position in relation to the
Work Related Requirements
listed in the attached JDF
- A current resume
or CV
- The names and
contact details of two (2) professional referees, preferable
for one to be your current supervisor or
manager
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. If you experience difficulties while applying
online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate
assistance during business hours.
Lodgement is system generated. Any
submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE
CONSIDERED
