WACHS Clinical Nurse Specialist

WACHS Clinical Nurse Specialist – Community Mental Health Pool WA Country Health Service – Fitzroy Crossing WA Pool Details Permanent, Fixed Term and Casual appointments 76 hours per fortnight. 3.0 FTE available for immediate filling. Open-ended recruitment pool until 31/12/2026. Responsibilities Provide advanced community mental health services to clients of the Kimberley Mental Health and Drug Service Team. Conduct mental health and/or drug and alcohol (AOD) triage, assessment, risk assessment, crisis intervention, care‑management planning and implementation of care plans and referrals to clients and carers. Engage effectively with Aboriginal consumers, families and other stakeholders accessing mental health services. Work alone and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Qualifications Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Demonstrated ability to apply recovery approaches to individuals, families and communities affected by mental health conditions. Advanced community mental health nursing skills including complex mental health condition assessment, risk assessment, crisis intervention and care coordination. Extensive recent experience in community‑based mental health nursing practice. Knowledge of medications used for mental health disorders and experience dispensing and administering such medication. Current knowledge of WA Mental Health Act 2014 legislative obligations. Proficient computer use and information systems relevant to the position. Current C‑Class driver's licence and willingness to travel including overnight stays away from home. Benefits Location allowance, annual travel allowance and an additional week of annual leave. Generous salary packaging benefits. Country Nursing & Midwifery Incentive Program (12 months support $5,000–$17,000). Discounts across private health care funds (see attached flyer for details). WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate. Application Process Eligibility: Applicants must have a valid working visa (fixed-term) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (permanent appointments). Required documents: Detailed CV showing relevant experience. Cover letter outlining suitability for the position. 2–3 page document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job Description Form. Names and contact details of two professional referees (preferably a current or recent supervisor or manager). Applicants experiencing difficulties applying online should contact Employee Services on during business hours. EEO Statement 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. WA Health is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future. Under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, we 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). Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr