Do you have a tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy,
Psychology, Nursing or Social Work and a passion for Mental Health?
Why not step into a rewarding role where your expertise can make a
genuine difference.

As a Health
Professional in Adult Mental Health,
you’ll provide assessment, treatment and case management for adults
experiencing mental health challenges. Working as part of a
dedicated and collaborative team, you’ll contribute to high-quality
care and support.

This is an opportunity to
embrace the benefits of country living. Based in
Merredin, you’ll enjoy a welcoming community,
natural beauty and a slower pace of life, all while being part of a
vital service.

This is a Permanent or Fixed
Term Full-time appointment, with the possibility of extension(s)
and/or permanency. Casual appointments may also be
considered.

About the
OPPORTUNITY

This position is responsible
for assessment, planning and clinical care to clients of the
Wheatbelt region for whom responsibility is allocated. Liaises with
Government and non-government service providers to coordinate the
provision of mental health services to clients and provide
educational support to those agencies.

To be successful in
this role, you will
have… 

• Clinical
  experience in assessment, treatment and case management with
  adults and seniors with mental illness reflecting recovery
  based principles and the National Standards for Mental Health
  Services
• Knowledge in working
  with people with mental illness and co-occurring drug and/or
  alcohol issues
• An
  ability to work effectively as a team member in a
  multidisciplinary team and ability to also work as an
  independent practitioner
• Working
  knowledge of the Mental Health Act 2014
• Well
  developed communication, interpersonal and report writing
  skills
• Eligible
  for / or in possession of a current C or C-A Class drivers
  licence. 

Want to know more
about this role? 

To learn more about the
role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact
Howard Kay on 9621 0999
or **********@health.wa.gov.au

What we
offer

The Western
Australian Country Health Service offer our employees a great
salary as well as an amazing range of benefits:

• Paid
  Study Leave
• Generous
  Salary Packaging Benefits
  • Up to $9010 on a
    range of benefits including mortgage, rent, everyday
    living expenses
  • Up to $2650 on
    meals and entertainment
  • Access to
    novated vehicle leasing and pre-tax vehicle
    expenses
• WACHS
  supports flexible working practices and consideration will be
  given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally
  appropriate.
• Professional Development
  opportunities
• 12%
  Superannuation Guarantee
• As a WA
  Country Health Service employee you’re entitled to discounts
  across some private health care funds, Please see attached
  flyer for further details. 

Area
Profile

The Wheatbelt region spans
155,000 square kilometres, encompassing six Aboriginal lands and
language groups. From Jurien Bay on the coast to Southern Cross in
the East, Dalwallinu in the north, and Lake Grace in the south, the
region offers extensive opportunities. Health services include
emergency and inpatient care, outpatient medical, nursing, and
allied health services, as well as cancer, renal, palliative,
rehabilitation, aged care, mental health, public health, health
promotion, and child, school, and community health services.
District hospitals in Narrogin, Northam, Merredin, and Moora, along
with 35 smaller community hospitals and health centres, ensure
comprehensive care across the region. With a strong community
spirit and diverse career prospects, WACHS Wheatbelt is ideal for
living, working, and exploring.

Please provide the following
information as part of your application:

• A
  detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this
  role
• A cover
  letter (maximum 3 pages) that outlines and demonstrates your
  skills and abilities, with examples, as they relate to the
  essential work-related requirements and what you will bring to
  the role 
• The
  names and contact details of two (2) professional referees -
  preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or
  manager

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

Eligibility to
Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants
must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be
an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live
and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent
appointments).

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.

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.

We are committed to
fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee
feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings
unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s
needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to
join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to
achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal
Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living
with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and
linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of
age and under).

Diversity
Statement

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 high-quality health
service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across
all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Subsequent
Vacancies

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.

Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be
accepted.
 
LATE OR
EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED