Description:
This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time and Fixed Term Full Time appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
VCID No. CR661890
Position Profile: We are seeking suitably experienced and enthusiastic persons to join our Clinical Nursing Policy team.
As a Senior Portfolio and Policy Officer, you will be responsible for the community health portfolio within, Child and Adolescent Health Service - Community Health (CACH). You will lead the development, implementation and review of state-wide clinical nursing policy, resources, forms and programs that support the delivery of quality, evidence-based community health services to children and their carers from birth to 18 years, through inclusive and collaborative processes. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Provide leadership for community health clinical nursing policy working in partnership with WA Country Health Service.
- Develop, implement and evaluate policy, resources and forms to support the delivery of community health services to children, adolescents and their carers from birth to 18 years to achieve government and health system objectives.
- Initiate and undertake examination of matters relevant to child and adolescent health in Western Australia, , as required for the development of policy and program strategies.
- Contribute to the development, review and implementation of State and national child and maternal health policies and program strategies.
- Maintain an expert awareness of national and international trends and issues relating to the health of the target population, with particular reference to groups experiencing adverse factors and circumstances, including Aboriginal peoples.
- Review and monitor new and existing policies, programs and practices in the area of community health for compliance with and achievement of government and health service objectives.
The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State’s only dedicated health service for infants, children and young people. CAHS is made up four service areas: Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), and Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH). Consisting of over 6,500 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the metropolitan area.
For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS and our services please click here.
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).
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Isabel Redfern, Coordinator of Nursing - Metropolitan on 0405 724 ***.
How to Apply: Applicants are requested to apply online via the “Apply” button above.
Your ability to meet the work related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. For your written application please provide the following:
- a statement addressing the selection criteria.
- a current resume which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.
- the name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a reference. Referees should include at least one individual who has been or is your direct Line Manager/Supervisor.
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. Please note, applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants.
Help in submitting your application: If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
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.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/12/2026.
CAHS values: To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities, CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advert.
For Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team (START) service via email: ***************@health.wa.gov.au.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.