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This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment until 30/06/2013.
WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
COAG: Under the National Partnership Agreement on Closing the Gap in Indigenous Health Outcomes, the State government has committed to the establishment of a Statewide Specialist Aboriginal Mental Health Service (SSAMHS). The aim of the service is to improve Aboriginal people’s mental health by a whole of family approach to supporting access to mainstream services and increasing services’ capacity to better meet Aboriginal people’s needs.
Eligibility to Apply: Pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Employment Opportunities Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal descent.
Preference for appointment will be given to Australian Permanent Residents.
Other Conditions: This vacancy is subject to a Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: http://www.checkwwc.wa.gov.au/default.htm
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "identical" 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 six (6) months from the start date of the first applicant appointed.
Position Profile: Kimberley Mental Health and Drug Service are seeking suitable applicants for the role of Senior Aboriginal Mental Health Worker. In this position you will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver culturally respectful Mental Health Services throughout the Kimberley region.
You will also provide and facilitate the assessment, treatment, advocacy and support for Aboriginal people, as well as participating in community development, education and training whilst maintaining your caseload.
Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- 9% employer contributed superannuation. (Via Govt Employee Superannuation Board) www.gesb.wa.gov.au
- Access to generous salary packaging arrangements.
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Flexible leave arrangements.
- Other professional and location based allowances.
Selection Criteria: Please see the Job Description Form attached.
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Adam Vincent or Bob Goodie on 08 9194 2640.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online.
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employment Services on 1300 553 680.
APPLICANTS MUST ENSURE THAT THEIR APPLICATION IS RECEIVED IN FULL USING ONE OF THE METHODS OUTLINED IN THE APPLICANT INFORMATION PACKAGE PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME (PLEASE NOTE: EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED).
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
| Salary: | HSU Level G6 $76,491 - $83,356 p.a. pro rata |
| Location: | Kununurra |
| Position No: | 614166 |
| Work Type: | Fixed Term - Full Time |
| Closing Date: | 2012-02-13 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD) |
| Attachments: | - 614166 jdf 2011-12 kmhds ssamhs snr ab mh wrkr hsu g6.pdf |
| - applicant information package (lattice version).pdf | |
| - r5 - application form - electronic version - 060206.pdf | |
| - wwc applicant advice rams attachment.pdf | |
