This is a fixed
term, full time or part time appointment, based in Central Office,
for 12 months 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.
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).
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.
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.
Since being released in
March 2022, the Final Report of the Ministerial Taskforce into
Public Mental Health Services for Infants, Children and Adolescent
aged 0 – 18 years in Western Australia has informed the
funding priorities of the Mental Health Commission.
As part of this, WACHS MHCO
has received new funding to establish the WACHS
ICAMHS Specialist Hub (WISH), with the expectation
the service commences 1 July 2026. WISH will operate as
an adjunct to local ICAMHS teams, embedding specialist
assessment, treatment,
intervention, consultation and review as a remote member
of the regional care team. In addition to clinical service
delivery, WISH plays a critical capacity building role by
supporting regional ICAMHS workforce capability and development,
strengthening clinical networks, and supporting sustainable models
of specialist care delivery aligned with contemporary,
trauma-informed and culturally responsive
practice.
Position
profile: WACHS MHCO is seeking an experienced and dynamic
individual for the role of Family Therapy Specialist.
This Family Therapist
Specialist role is responsible for specialist assessment,
treatment, intervention, consultation and review as a remote member
of the regional care team, utilising advanced clinical skills in
their specialty area, predominantly via telehealth.
In addition to clinical
service delivery, the Family Therapist Specialist role is
responsible for capacity building by supporting workforce
capability and development, supervision, mentoring, strengthening
clinical networks, and supporting sustainable models of specialist
care delivery aligned with contemporary, trauma-informed and
culturally responsive practice, in their specialty area or
discipline.
During the selection process
you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities
of the position while upholding WACHS’ values.
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
Application
Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply
online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
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 can 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:
- Tertiary
qualification in Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy or
Dietetics and evidence of current registration or eligibility
with the relevant professional body or Board.
- Demonstrated knowledge,
skills and experience in the provision of safe, quality and
person-centred mental health services in a community setting,
preferably in infant, child and adolescent mental health
service delivery.
- Demonstrated extensive
clinical knowledge and experience in the area of specialty
including planning, implementation and evaluation of
services.
- Demonstrated extensive
experience in clinical supervision, mentoring, professional
development and educating staff relevant to the area of
specialty.
- Demonstrated highly
developed communication skills including negotiation skills,
stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution
skills.
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.
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions on or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL
APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
