Clinical Nurse Specialist – Mental Health Liaison

Location:  Kalgoorlie
Unit/Division:  Goldfields -> Mental Health
Work Type:  Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time
Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive Program Ever considered a career in the country? The Country Nursing & Midwifery incentive program is available to support new and existing nurses and midwives - across a broad range of patient-facing roles. It is available to new and existing nurses working full-time, part-time on fixed-term and permanent contracts across 76 select sites. Eligible nurses and midwives may receive between $5,000 and $17,000 paid over 12-months. About Us The WA Country Health Service's core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to people from large regional centres to those in small remote communities.
Our vision is to be global leader in rural and remote healthcare.
Our values of Community, Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity shape who we are, how we behave, how we interact with each other, how we make decisions and how we provide care to our patients.
We currently have 1.00 FTE to fill on a Permanent Full time or Permanent Part time basis. Part Time hours will be negotiated with the manager to meet the operational requirements for this role. WACHS Goldfields are currently looking to appoint an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist – Mental Health Liaison. This position provides comprehensive mental health liaison and acute intervention services, nursing leadership, professional consultation and advanced clinical practice within a Regional Hospital environment.
To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact A/Clinical Nurse Manager of Emergency- Jean Mathuranayagam on 08 9080 5612. About You The successful applicant will have: Demonstrated workplace leadership experience relevant to community or hospital-based mental health practice. Advanced knowledge and understanding of mental disorders. Demonstrated experience in assessment of acute and complex presentations and providing evidence-based interventions for people with mental disorders. Why work for us: In addition to the opportunity to make a direct and positive contribution to the community, you will work in a collaborative and caring work environment and you will enjoy an amazing range of benefits. 
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 District Allowance – regional specific Subsidised housing (subject to availability) Relocation allowance(if applicable) Application Instructions Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria no longer 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.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Diversity Statement 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.
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.
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.
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.
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
 
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED Position Title Clinical Nurse Specialist – Mental Health Liaison
Agency WA Country Health Service
Location Kalgoorlie
Unit/Division Goldfields -> Mental Health
Branch
Work Type Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time
Position No. 00614204
Closing Date 2024-04-22 4:00 PM
Position Title Clinical Nurse Specialist – Mental Health Liaison
Branch
Location Kalgoorlie
Work Type Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time
Closing Date 2024-04-22 4:00 PM
Agency Department of Health
Company Information
Description Country Nursing and Midwifery Incentive Program Ever considered a career in the country? The Country Nursing & Midwifery incentive program is available to support new and existing nurses and midwives - across a broad range of patient-facing roles. It is available to new and existing nurses working full-time, part-time on fixed-term and permanent contracts across 76 select sites. Eligible nurses and midwives may receive between $5,000 and $17,000 paid over 12-months. About Us The WA Country Health Service's core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to people from large regional centres to those in small remote communities.
Our vision is to be global leader in rural and remote healthcare.
Our values of Community, Compassion, Quality, Integrity, Equity and Curiosity shape who we are, how we behave, how we interact with each other, how we make decisions and how we provide care to our patients.
About the REGION Working with WA Country Health Service - Goldfields  
Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting our website at WA Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA
For more information about living in Kalgoorlie please visit :Move to Kal - Kalgoorlie - Move to Kal
About the OPPORTUNITY We currently have 1.00 FTE to fill on a Permanent Full time or Permanent Part time basis. Part Time hours will be negotiated with the manager to meet the operational requirements for this role. WACHS Goldfields are currently looking to appoint an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist – Mental Health Liaison. This position provides comprehensive mental health liaison and acute intervention services, nursing leadership, professional consultation and advanced clinical practice within a Regional Hospital environment.
To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact A/Clinical Nurse Manager of Emergency- Jean Mathuranayagam on 08 9080 5612. About You The successful applicant will have: Demonstrated workplace leadership experience relevant to community or hospital-based mental health practice. Advanced knowledge and understanding of mental disorders. Demonstrated experience in assessment of acute and complex presentations and providing evidence-based interventions for people with mental disorders. Why work for us: In addition to the opportunity to make a direct and positive contribution to the community, you will work in a collaborative and caring work environment and you will enjoy an amazing range of benefits. 
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 District Allowance – regional specific Subsidised housing (subject to availability) Relocation allowance(if applicable) Application Instructions Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria no longer 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.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Diversity Statement 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.
Subsequent Vacancies 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.
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
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.
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
 
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

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