This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time or Casual appointments at various hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
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.
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: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
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.
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 An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.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.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/01/2025.
Position Profile: This is an exciting opportunity to join the WA Country Health Service team in the South West, as an Allied Health Assistant with the flexibility of Casual, Part Time or Full-Time employment. This position incorporates a range of duties that are essential to the safety and quality of services provided by WA Country Health Service – South West. To be successful in this role you must be able to demonstrate:
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills. Understanding of cleaning practices and techniques
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with and without direct supervision. Understanding of safety and quality at the health service
- Ability to work collaboratively with people of varying cultural, social and economic backgrounds and people with disabilities
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to facilitate a range of activities with individuals and groups
Wanting to live and work in the stunning South West region of WA? The South West has it all, picture-perfect beaches, world class vineyards and gourmet restaurants. The contrast of blue oceans and green forests provides you with countless adventure and exploration options right at your doorstep. Whether that be whale watching off Cape Leeuwin, walking the cape to cape trail in Margaret River, laying on the beach in Dunsborough, or enjoying a meal from natures pantry at one of the many of the award winning wineries in the region, see links below:
www.australiassouthwest.com
WA Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA
Area Profile: The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Working with us will expose you to a range of career options along with living in vibrant country communities. There is a wealth of information about living and working in country WA, which you can access from our website.
WACHS is committed to living our values. A key focus is on Community where we apply: Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity.
Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
- Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location based allowances
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Tracey Harper on 08 9722 2753.
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.
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 short covering letter of no more than 2 pages addressing the selection criteria
- A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role
- The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees, preferable for one to be your current supervisor or manager
Further information about this position: Appointments from the pool will be made on your written application and may not require an interview.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.