This is for a Permanent
Full-Time appointment at up to 76 hours per
fortnight.
An opportunity exists
for a talented and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse Specialist to join
the Mental Health & CADS team in Carnarvon
in the Midwest.
To be successful, you will have...
- Extensive experience as a Community Mental Health Nurse
with demonstrated expert level skills in crisis intervention,
assessment, treatment and case management of adults and seniors
with complex mental disorders.
- The ability in problem solving, conflict resolution and
negotiation.
- The ability to work effectively and efficiently in a
multidisciplinary team and ability to work as an independent
practitioner.
- Advanced knowledge and ability to initiate & manage
interventions under the Mental Health Act 2014.
- Demonstrated skills in applying the National Standards for
Mental Health Services at the organisational level and in
clinical practice.
- Clinical leadership skills including skills in providing
clinical supervision, line management and performance
development with supervised staff.
- Evidence of a current C or C-A Class driver’s licence or
other specialised licence class and ability to travel within
the region as required including overnight stays.
Position Profile: Responsible for the
assessment, planning, case management and delivery of clinical
mental health care to complex clients of the Midwest Region.
Provide a specialist clinical, consultant and educational service
to clients, carers and primary health care providers. Acts as a
clinical resource for other team members.
Want to know more about this role: We encourage
you to contact Sandi Reeves on 08 9941 6600.
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
Nestled on Western Australia’s
Coral Coast, approximately 900 km north of Perth, Carnarvon offers
a relaxed coastal lifestyle supported by a close‑knit and welcoming
community. Situated at the mouth of the Gascoyne River, the town is
renowned for its fresh local produce, tropical climate and access
to stunning natural attractions, including the Ningaloo region.
Carnarvon provides essential services, schools, sporting facilities
and a strong sense of community, making it an attractive option for
those seeking a balanced regional lifestyle with all the
necessities close at hand.
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.
