At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide specialised mental health services for children and adolescents in a supportive team.
- Company: Join the Wheatbelt Mental Health Service, dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy paid study leave, generous salary packaging, and flexible work options.
- Other info: Explore diverse career opportunities in a vibrant country environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on young lives while thriving in a welcoming community.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing or Social Work required.
The predicted salary is between 69300 - 84700 $ per year.
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. We’re seeking dedicated mental health professionals who are ready to embrace the lifestyle benefits of living in the Wheatbelt - wide open spaces, a welcoming community, and a strong sense of connection.
You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering vital specialist mental health services for children and adolescents (CAHMS) across the region. This is meaningful work that genuinely impacts young people and their families, while offering you the opportunity to thrive both personally and professionally in a rewarding country environment.
Wheatbelt Mental Health Service has four Hubs – Northam, Narrogin, Gingin and Merredin. This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Permanent Part Time, and Fixed Term Part Time with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. Casual appointments may also be considered. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/05/2026.
About The Opportunity
Provides specialised mental health services for children and adolescents and their families in the Wheatbelt Mental Health Region, as part of an integrated, multidisciplinary team.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Recent experience as a community-based mental health practitioner
- Knowledge and understanding of emotional, behavioural, psychological and psychiatric disorders of children and adolescents.
- Demonstrated ability in assessment and providing treatment/interventions for children and adolescents with mental health problems, within the context of their families.
- Well-developed communication, liaison and interpersonal skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution.
- Eligible for / or in possession of a current C or C‑A Class drivers licence.
What We Offer
The Western Australian Country Health Service offers 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 and 12% Superannuation Guarantee are also provided.
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).
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working with Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au.
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.
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.
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