Address- Exciting new roles as part of our investment in a contemporary and future focused approach to Safety and Quality
- Contribute to strategic initiatives that positively impact patient care and safety
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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 appointment with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
About our Directorate
Safety, Quality & Innovation lead the development, implementation and ongoing review of Child and Adolescent Health Service’s (CAHS) external certification and accreditation processes and play a key role in the planning and execution of organisational strategy relating to safety, quality, and clinical governance,
We are dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare delivery and provide analysis and advice relating to broader health system reform agenda, and key safety issues within and across CAHS’ services.
Through engagement with our workforce and consumers we ensure that our patients and their families are active partners in their healthcare journey and contribute to the continuous improvement of our services.
We seek to maintain and foster a culture of continuous improvement at every level - identifying emerging trends, evaluating best practices, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance patient Safety and provide the highest quality care to our young patients and their families.
About the Position
We are seeking Safety and Quality Support Officers to join our team making a difference to support internal Safety and Quality systems compliance within the health service governance framework.
Your role will involve:
- Providing operational input and support to the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of clinical governance systems and practices to ensure CAHS meets its Safety and Quality improvement obligations.
- Supporting and assisting with the maintaining and monitoring of performance monitoring, and the evaluation of programs and methods, provides input to the identification of process improvement.
- Collating and analysing information for input into regular reports to meet health service and related reporting requirements.
- Obtaining information and data from health service Safety, Quality and Performance officers in relation to governance, Safety and Quality improvement matters.
- Supporting the CAHS internal audit program and assists with the development of data and system reports for risk, Safety and Quality activities.
- Providing general information and assistance to management and staff in relation to the identification, review and management of Safety and Quality improvement activities.
- Providing operational input and support to CAHS accreditation activities and examination of how they align with broader health service governance and accreditation requirements.
- Supporting and assisting with CAHS projects related to clinical governance, Safety and Quality.
- Maintaining current knowledge of contemporary practices and trends in relation to equal opportunity; disability access; and clinical and corporate governance.
Why Join Us?
As part of our commitment to excellence, we are actively seeking motivated individuals to contribute to our forward-looking approach to Safety and Quality.
In line with our strategic priorities and values, CAHS have implemented a contemporary model of clinical governance. To support the success of this change, we are investing in our teams to improve their capability and capacity, enhance clarity and delineate functional roles and responsibilities, and our service through enhanced oversight, improved decision making and a dedicated focus on service excellence.
If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, we invite you to apply for these exciting roles and shape your career in a healthcare environment, where your contributions truly matter.
About CAHS
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 of four service areas: Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH) and Neonatology.
With over 6500 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.
For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS, please click here and for further information regarding CAHS’ services, please click here.
How to Apply
We welcome your application via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page. Your application should contain the following:
- A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages.
- A current resume which summaries your experience and how you can meet the position requirements.
Please provide the name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a reference. Referees should include at least one individual who has been or is your direct line manager / supervisor. (We will contact you to seek your confirmation prior to contacting your listed referees).
Role related questions:We encourage you to contact Jodie Hulm, A/Director - Safety, Quality and Performance on email or phone 08 6456 46***with any specific questions related to this role.
Help in submitting your application: If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
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 is a 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. 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 30/06/2025.
CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our 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.
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.
For Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team (START) service via email:
Before you apply for this position, please read the attached job application information sheet which contains important information.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
