Position Title: Senior Aboriginal Health Program Officer
Location: Wheatbelt
Unit/Division: Wheatbelt -> Aboriginal Health
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
This Full Time position is for Permanent or Fixed Term appointment.
Fixed Term appointment includes the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
Eligibility to Apply: Pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 , the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal descent.
Position Profile:
Assists with the management of local level planning, implementation and review of a range of Aboriginal health initiatives. This includes strategic partnerships, supporting implementation of the WACHS Cultural Governance Framework, policy advice, workforce and community engagement to close the gap in Aboriginal health disadvantage in accordance with key WA Health and WA Country Health Service (WACHS) policies and strategic directions.
Area Profile:
The WACHS Wheatbelt region has a population of over 78,850 (5.5% Aboriginal) across 5 Aboriginal lands and language groups. It extends from the Turquoise Coast to Southern Cross to the Darling Scarp to the regional towns of Wagin and Lake Grace, with some locations bordering the metropolitan areas. The Wheatbelt is a region of enormous opportunity, rich diverse cultural heritage and growing development and innovation. Health services currently available to the Wheatbelt community include emergency care and retrieval, acute and sub-acute inpatient care, aged care, mental health, child, school and community health, renal, cancer and palliative care services. With four integrated district hospitals (Narrogin, Northam, Merredin and Moora), 24 small community hospitals and 11 health centres/nursing posts and clinics, you will find a strong sense of community, exciting lifestyle and career opportunities. WACHS Wheatbelt is a great place to live, work and explore!
Employee Benefits:
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.
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Nancy Bineham on 0407 011 504.
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.
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 comprehensive CV that demonstrates your suitability against ALL the selection criteria listed in the attached Job Description Form.
The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees, preferable for one to be your current supervisor or manager.
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.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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.
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