Clinical Nurse Specialist - Mental Health Child and Adolescent

This is a Permanent Full Time or Fixed Term Full Time appointment, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. Part Time hours may be considered.

About the Opportunity

Are you passionate about supporting the mental health and wellbeing of children, young people, and their families? We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialist – Child and Adolescent Mental Health to join our community-based team in the beautiful Gascoyne region of Western Australia.

In this rewarding role, you will provide specialist mental health nursing services to children and adolescents within the community, delivering high-quality, evidence-based, and individualised care. Using your advanced clinical skills and a collaborative, problem-solving approach, you will assess, support, and coordinate care for young people experiencing mental health challenges while working closely with their families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams.

As a trusted clinical resource, you will demonstrate excellence in nursing practice, advocate for positive mental health outcomes, and contribute to the delivery of accessible, person-centred care across the region. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people while enjoying the unique lifestyle and close-knit communities of the Gascoyne.

Join us and help shape brighter futures for children, adolescents, and families across regional Western Australia.

For Further Job Related Information:  We encourage you to contact Helene Sharp on 08 •••• •999.

Suitability Criteria:

Suitability recognises that a range of factors contribute to merit, including skills, knowledge, abilities, behaviours, ethical alignment and relevant operational requirements. The suitability requirements below are derived from the Job Description Form and define what will be assessed to determine your suitability for the role:

1. Eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and hold (or be eligible to obtain) a current WA C Class Driver’s Licence.
2. Demonstrated advanced experience in the assessment, case management and therapeutic intervention of children, adolescents and their families, with sound knowledge of emotional, behavioural, psychological and psychiatric disorders.
3. Proven ability to build effective relationships with young people, families, multidisciplinary teams and community stakeholders, supported by strong communication, liaison and interpersonal skills.
4. Demonstrated negotiation, problem-solving, analytical and conflict resolution skills, together with knowledge of the WA Mental Health Act 2014 and other relevant legislation governing mental health practice.

Applicants are required to provide:

• A statement addressing the suitability criteria above, (maximum 3 pages) outlining your skills, experience, knowledge and what you will bring to the role.
• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) summarising your relevant experience and ability to meet the position requirements.
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees, preferably including your current or most recent manager.

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.

Further information about the role, including key duties please see the Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Application Instructions:  Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here
• 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

Area Profile:

Centrally located on the coast of Western Australian, the Gascoyne region extends along 600 kilometres of the Indian Ocean coastline and about 500 kilometres inland with an area of 135,277 square kilometres and a population of approximately 9,500 people. featuring Australia’s largest fringing coral reef. Natural attractions include the Shark Bay World Heritage Area, and Monkey Mia in the south; Ningaloo Reef World Heritage Area in the north; Kennedy Ranges and Mount Augustus National Park to the east. It is an established region founded on horticulture, pastoral and fishery production, resources and tourism. Enjoying 320 days of sunshine each year, outstanding lifestyle amenities, and a pristine environment, it’s a place to call home.

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.