This is for a Permanent or Fixed Term
Full Time appointment at up to 76 hours per fortnight, with the
possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
An opportunity exists for
a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse to join the team at the
Step Up Step Down facility in Geraldton in the
Midwest.
To be successful, you will
have...
- Knowledge of and
experience with psychiatric disorders and treatment
interventions, and principles of community based mental health
care and illness prevention.
- Well-developed written
and verbal communication, negotiating and problem-solving
skills.
- The ability to work with
clients from a variety of cultural and ethnic
groups.
- A working knowledge of
the WA Mental Health Act (2014) and other relevant
legislation.
- The ability to work with
other health professionals with a multi-disciplinary
team.
- Knowledge of computer
applications, word processing skills.
- Eligible for / or in
possession of a current C or C-A Class drivers licence or other
specialised licence class.
Position
Profile:
Provides assessments, plans,
implements and evaluates, Community Mental Health Nursing care to
consumers of the Regional Step Up Step Down facility as part of
Midwest Mental Health and Community Alcohol & Drug
Service.
The Clinical Nurse works autonomously to
triage consumers, monitor risk and complete clinical documentation,
including mental health assessments. The role requires recognising
and escalating clinical deterioration and providing support to
consumers throughout the 28‑day Step Up Step Down
program.
Want to know more about this
role: We encourage you to contact Rebecca Owen on 08 9956
1999.
Selection Criteria: Please
see the attached Job Description Form.
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).
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
their suitability for this position.
- A 2-3 page maximum
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.
What we offer
In addition to the great salary
our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
- Location
based allowances (if applicable) including:
-
- additional North
West paid leave
- District
Allowance - regional specific
- Annual travel
subsidy (ALTC)
- Air-conditioning
subsidy allowance.
- Paid study Leave
assistance – regional specific as per EBA.
-
Generous salary packaging
benefits:
- Up to $9010 on a
range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other
everyday living expenses
- Up to $2650 on
meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue
hire
- Access to novated
leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and
expenses.
- Professional Development
opportunities
- Continuous learning
opportunities
- 12% Superannuation
Guarantee
- WACHS supports flexible
working practices and consideration will be given to flexible
work/roster options, where operationally
appropriate.
- 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.
Area Profile
Geraldton is a vibrant coastal
city in the Midwest region of Western Australia, known for its
beautiful beaches, strong community spirit and relaxed regional
lifestyle. Located around 420 km north of Perth on the Indian
Ocean, Geraldton offers an appealing balance of career
opportunities and coastal living. With a population of
approximately 38,000, the city features modern amenities, quality
schools, health services and a thriving arts and cultural scene.
Residents enjoy a temperate climate, stunning ocean sunsets and
easy access to outdoor activities such as swimming, surfing,
fishing and boating, as well as nearby nature attractions including
Kalbarri National Park and the Abrolhos Islands. Whether you’re
seeking a laid‑back lifestyle, family-friendly environment or
meaningful regional work, Geraldton has much to offer.
If you experience difficulties while applying
online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate
assistance during business hours.
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.
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.
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
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.
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).
Lodgement is system generated. Any
submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT
BE CONSIDERED
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.
