Vacancy Reference No. VCID727522
This is a fixed term appointment for
12 months at 76 hours per fortnight, with the possibility of
extension(s) and/or permanency.
We currently have one position
available.
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.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal
workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce
Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the
Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
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.
Area Profile: WA Country Health Service
(WACHS) Mental Health Central Office (MHCO) is a skilled and
dynamic team drawing on a wide range of experience and backgrounds
to reflect diversity in cultural, consumer, peer and clinical
perspectives across a range of functions to support and develop
contemporary mental health and alcohol and other drugs services
across the state. WACHS mental health services provide a broad
range of clinical services including face to face and virtual
service delivery formats.
The WACHS Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Service (ICAMHS) Specialist Hub (WISH) sits within WACHS
Mental Health Services. The WISH service and team is currently in
the process of being established by MHCO. Working with WACHS
regional teams, WISH will contribute to the strengthening of
specialist mental health care and aims to improve the health
outcomes for children and young people aged 0–18 years living in
country WA.
Position Profile: MHCO is seeking a
skilled and motivated individual for the role of Administrative
Assistant. In this new role, you will be responsible for
providing clerical, administration and secretarial support to the
WISH team. You will be an important part of this multidisciplinary
team made up of Medical, Nursing, Allied Health, and other
Professionals.
We are looking for someone who is friendly, a team player,
proactive, good communicator and demonstrates sound organisation
and administrative skills, to enable you to effectively support the
WISH Team Leader and team members. The WISH service commences
on 1 July 2026 and you will assist with establishing and setting up
the administrative processes.
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 salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study
Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing
the selection criteria below in no more than 2-3 pages 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.
Selection Criteria:
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication
skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrate sound keyboard skills, and experience in data
entry and retrieval of data.
- Demonstrate organisational, time management and
problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to work unsupervised and in a
multidisciplinary team environment.
- Demonstrate knowledge of digital medical records procedures
and practices.
For Further Job Related Information: We
encourage you to contact Sarah O'Dea on 0499 338 123.
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).
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or
after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
