Location: KalgoorlieUnit/Division: Goldfields -> Mental HealthWork Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full TimeThis is a Permanent Full Time or Fixed Term Full Time appointment, with the possibility of extension(s).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.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.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An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.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.Position Profile: Works as part of the regional Mental Health Service management team to lead the development, planning and implementation of the Lived Experience (Peer) Mental Health program of the Mental Health Service.
Provides supervision and support to Lived Experience (Peer) workers, undertakes training to the wider Mental Health Service team, and role models recovery to those around them, including clients and carers.
Provides input to clinical care as part of the multidisciplinary team, as required.Area Profile: The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area.
The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia.
Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.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.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.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).For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Kim Pedler on 08 9080 6200.If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).Applicants are advised to write a covering letter outlining their suitability for this position, a statement addressing the selection criteria, 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.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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