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SalaryCasual, Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
Position No: Pool Ref 00613034
Closing Date: 2024-01-16 4:00 PM
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This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time or Casual appointments at various hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
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.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
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 An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.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. 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 30/04/2025.
Position Profile:
ICAMHS Health Professional - Mental Health
- Are you passionate about making a difference for infants, children and adolescent Mental Health?
- Are you looking to be part of a new re-envisioned community model of care?
- Are you looking to build your career potential?
- Do you want to live in the beautiful Southwest Region of Western Australia?
On April 27, 2023 the a $35.5 million commitment to Infant, Children and Adolescent (ICA) Mental Health services. An initial investment of $7.1 million was committed to the South West Community ICAMHS hub consisting of a large, multidisciplinary team to provide local, consistent and integrated Mental Health care for children aged 0-17 years old. The hub (located in Bunbury and Busselton) will provide culturally safe and responsive care, supporting children and families to access quality Mental Health care.
The hub will be flexible in how supports are delivered, including face-to-face at local clinics, virtually via telehealth or via outreach in the community in an environment that is safe and appropriate for the child and family as well as clinicians.
Full information on the Infant, Child and Adolescent Task force recommendations and model of care can be found: .
Southwest ICAMHS actively works to provide comprehensive, integrated and quality Mental Health services to the region. We strive to provide an excellent workplace for all our staff to feel safe, supported, valued and satisfied in their roles. We are an integral member of the WA Country Health Service Team and recognise the important role we play in creating mentally healthy communities in the Southwest.
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% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location based allowances
For Further Job Related Information: If the above sounds tempting, then please contact Prabeesh Pillai on 0438 377 284.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online.
It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.
Applicants are advised to write 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.
