Supervised Medical Officer

This is a Recruitment Pool for  for  Fixed Term Full Time appointments with the possibility of extension(s).

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur across Youth Mental Health. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/09/2024.

We currently have one (1) Fixed Term Full Time position available for up to 12 months to cover a period of Parental Leave.

Are you wanting to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people? Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further. 

North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging.  We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.

NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. 

NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Ettore Guaia on 08 6382 3***.

About this role

This position delivers evidence-based psychiatric services within the Youth Community Assessment and Treatment Team (YCATT); is responsible for the clinical management of mental health patients, their families and carers within a recovery focussed model.

YCATT provides an intensive community outreach service for young people aged 16-24 years, with emerging and/or exacerbation of symptoms of potentially severe or complex mental health disorders.

The service delivers community-based triage, assessment and intensive short-term management for up to 12 weeks for young people in the NMHS Mental Health (NMHS MH) catchment area.

YCATT provides a specialist youth multidisciplinary team offering person-centred, trauma-informed, acute mental health care that promotes strengths and a recovery focus in partnership with families, carers, other youth services and non-government organisations (NGOs).

The role reports to the Head of Service - Consultant Psychiatrist.

What we are looking for

A highly capable and values-driven Supervised Medical Officer to join our dynamic YCATT team. You will be a driven and innovative individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships achieve high quality patient care. You will have the opportunity to embody the NMHS Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork. 

While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity.  During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

Area Profile

NMHS provides timely access to high quality health care, embracing acknowledged best practice to deliver improved clinical outcomes in the face of rising challenges for all healthcare providers. The NMHS comprises a mix of tertiary, specialist and generalist hospitals.  Our north metropolitan catchment area covers almost 1000 square kilometres. Our population represents about 28 per cent of Western Australia’s total, and is projected to grow to more than 0.9 million by 2031.  For further information about NMHS visit: http://www.nmahs.health.wa.gov.au/ 

NMHS contains Western Australia’s largest Mental Health Service caring for youths, adults and older adults. Services are delivered through inpatient units, community mental health clinics and day therapy and outreach programs to a catchment area of almost 1 million people. State-wide and Tertiary Mental Health Services include research, forensics, neurosciences, art therapy, eating disorders and other specialised services.

What we offer

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:

• 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.

• Generous salary packaging     
• Diverse and inclusive culture
• A smoke free environment
• Flexible leave arrangements     
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid study leave
• Flexible working arrangements     
• Continuous learning
• Professional and location-based allowances

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. 

Want to know more about this role?

We encourage you to contact Ettore Guaia on 08 6382 3***.

We think you’ll like it here

Our employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say. 

Ready to join our team?

Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation.  If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Your application should include: 

• A statement addressing the selection criteria (as outlined in the attached JDF).
• A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role.
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager.  

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for a fixed term or casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. 

We look forward to receiving your application.