AddressVCID No. 894552
We currently have a Permanent Full Time position available to fill.
Position Profile: We are seeking an experienced and passionate person to join our team within the Integrated Case Management Program.
As a Case Management Officer, you will provide assessment, integrated care and Case Management of metropolitan based clients with complex psycho-social needs and challenging behaviours presenting a high-risk of exposing others to the risk of HIV infection. Reporting to the Program Manager, your key responsibilities will include:
- Provide management of clients with complex psychosocial needs considered to be at high risk of transmitting HIV and regular case conferencing and consultancy advice to public health and primary care providers involved in Case Management in non-metropolitan regions.
- Provide outreach based program that delivers confidential counselling, health information, support, referral and follow-up; including HIV specific education to clients and their significant others.
- Liaise with a range of service providers and clinicians to plan, implement and monitor care plans for clients.
- Provide State-wide training and development to workers in primary health care and public health services on Case Management plans and case support.
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 salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
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.
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.
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. For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Lisa Bastian, Program Manager on 08 9222 4230.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more 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.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
