WACHS Aboriginal Mental Health Worker Pool

WACHS Aboriginal Mental Health Worker Pool 4mo ago , from Western Australia Government This is a Recruitment Poolfor Fixed Term appointments at various hours per fortnight with thepossibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. Casual appointmentsmay be considered. WA Health is committed to eliminating all formsof discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourageapplications from Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslanderpeoples, peoplefrom culturally diversebackgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexibleworking practices within the context of a quality health service.WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across allbuildings, grounds and vehicles. Pursuant of Section50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant ofthis position must be of Aboriginal descent. OtherConditions:WA Health engages staff inpositions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies requireapplicants to undertake criminal records screening and integritychecking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also beasked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and pastdemonstration of ethical behaviour. This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For furtherinformation please refer to the WWC website at: This is an“open-ended” recruitment pool, and as such thefollowing should be noted: Thepanel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications, andwill assess on a regular basis. Suitableapplicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments maybe made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be madefrom this pool until 31/12/2026. PositionProfile:Opportunities exists for Aboriginal MentalHealth Workers to join our team in the Kimberley region. Thisposition provides cultural safety and a liaison service toAboriginal people and non-Aboriginal employees within the KimberleyMental Health and Drug Service (KMHDS). This postion enhances theaccessibility of mental health services to Aboriginal people andcommunities. AreaProfile:The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is thelargest country health system in Australia and one of the biggestin the world, providing health services to approximately half amillion people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast twoand a half million square kilometre area. The organisationcomprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals,health services and health centres located across rural and remoteWestern Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality,accessible health services to country WA residents andvisitors. The Kimberley Mental Healthand Drug Service provides specialist community mental health andalcohol and drug services to the Kimberley and acute in-patientpsychiatric care for referred patients in the Kimberley region. Theservice aims to deliver a comprehensive range of high qualitypatient/client recovery focused mental health and alcohol and drugservices to both the people in the Kimberley region. EmployeeBenefits:In addition to the great salary ouremployees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (inline with operational requirements): 12%employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.For further informationclick here. Accessto salary packaging arrangement. Professional DevelopmentOpportunities and Study Leave/assistance Flexibleworking arrangements Flexibleleave arrangements For Further Job Related Information:We encourage youto contact Vernon Dann on ***. If you experiencedifficulties while applying online, please contact EmployeeServiceson for immediate assistance duringbusiness hours. Applicants areadvised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria inno more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitaewhich summarises your experience and how you are able to meet theposition requirements.These documents should becomplete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Pleaseensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online applicationprocess as you will be required to answer various questions andattach your documentation. Lodgement is systemgenerated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not beaccepted.LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BECONSIDERED. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . #J-18808-Ljbffr