Administrative Officer

Position Profile and Role: 

The successful applicants’ responsibilities will include:

• Using your advanced communication and organisational skills to manage a reception service at Community Health sites.
• Manage and supervise administrative staff.
• Provide a confidential administrative support service to a busy multi-disciplinary team.

This is an “Open-Ended” Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

The following should be noted:

• The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications, and will assess on a regular basis.
• 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 30 June 2025.

For Further Job-Related Information:

We encourage you to contact Michaela Vardaro on 0404 466 *** or by email on ***************@health.wa.gov.au

About Community Health:

Community Health provides health and developmental assessments, early intervention and health promotion services for children and young people.

These services are provided in the community across the Perth metropolitan area at community health centres, in schools, home visits and through telehealth appointments. Services focus on child health, growth and development, behaviour, immunisation and supporting families.

Visit Child and Adolescent Health Service | CAHS - Community Health to find out more about the benefits of working for CAHS – Community Health and our services.

Ready to apply?

Please refer to the Job Description Form for full position details and the Application Information as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.

How to apply:

We welcome your application via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the top of this page. Please note, applicants must have a current, valid email address to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants.

Your ability to meet the work-related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. Your application should include the following:

• A copy of your current resume.
• Provide the names and email contact details of two professional referees one of which is a current supervisor.
• Answer the following questions in no more than 500 words per question detailing your skills and knowledge. Consider how the questions relate to the Essential Criteria listed on the Job Description Form. Answers are best prepared in advance ready to upload as part of the application process.

1. How do you effectively monitor and guide your staff to ensure that they are meeting their performance goals and adhering to guidelines and policies?

(Refer to Essential Criteria 1, 2, & 3)

1. Can you share your administrative experience including how you organise and prioritise your work whilst working in a busy team.

(Refer to Essential Criteria 1, 3 & 4)

1. Can you share your experience with various computer programs and software, such as Microsoft Office and your experience with database management and data extraction.

(Refer to Essential Criteria 5)

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

About us:

The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State’s only dedicated health service for infants, children and young people. CAHS comprises four service areas: Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH). With over 6,500 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the Perth metropolitan area.

In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.              

CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our CAHS values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values.

To find out more about the benefits of working for CAHS and our services please click here.

Eligibility to Apply:

Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.

For Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Team via email: ***************@health.wa.gov.au.