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Clinical Nurse Specialist

Position No: Pool Ref 00013665

Work Type: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time

Unit/Directorate: Mental Health Public Health and Dental Services - Youth Mental Health - YouthLink

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time appointments. Fixed Term appointments will be made with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

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 30/09/2025. Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further.

North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, innovation and care to apply for this role.

NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. 

NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Sally Green on .

About this role

This position provides leadership and direction in the establishment and maintenance of links and effective partnerships between Youth Mental Health services and youth accommodation providers. Areas of accountability will include provision of expert clinical assessment, risk assessment and management, as well as facilitating access to specialist mental health services as appropriate for young people with complex mental health issues and associated behavioural manifestations. Deliver expert consultative advice, education and support to crisis accommodation providers. Function as member of a multidisciplinary team.

This role reports to the Consultant Clinical Psychologist.

What we are looking for

Highly capable and values-driven Clinical Nurse Specialists to join our YouthLink team. You will be a driven and innovative individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships achieve high quality patient care. You will have the opportunity to embody the NMHS Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork.

While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

Area Profile

NMHS  provides timely access to high quality health care, embracing acknowledged best practice to deliver improved clinical outcomes in the face of rising challenges for all healthcare providers. The NMHS comprises a mix of tertiary, specialist and generalist hospitals. Our north metropolitan catchment area covers almost 1000 square kilometres. Our population represents about 28 per cent of Western Australia’s total, and is projected to grow to more than 0.9 million by 2031. For further information about NMHS visit:   

NMHS contains Western Australia’s largest Mental Health Service  caring for youths, adults and older adults. Services are delivered through inpatient units, community mental health clinics and day therapy and outreach programs to a catchment area of almost 1 million people. State-wide and Tertiary Mental Health Services include research, forensics, neurosciences, art therapy, eating disorders and other specialised services.

What we offer

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits

• 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information  click here .
• Generous salary packaging
• Diverse and inclusive culture
• A smoke free environment
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Paid study leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Continuous learning
• Professional and location-based allowances

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. 

Want to know more about this role?

We encourage you to contact Sally Green on .

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Ready to join our team?

Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on for immediate assistance during business hours.

Your application should include:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria (as outlined in the attached JDF).
• A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role; and
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application.