Vacancy Reference
No. ******
WA Health
acknowledges the Aboriginal people of the many traditional lands
and language groups of Western Australia.
It acknowledges the
wisdom of Aboriginal Elders both past and present and pays respect
to Aboriginal people and communities of today.
Graduated in ****,
graduated in **** (mid-year) or will graduate at the end of ****?
Ready to start your health career journey and build a strong
future?
Join WA Health's
Aboriginal Graduate Program - Our Future, Our
Way.
WA Health is seeking
Aboriginal university graduates from a broad range of
degrees/disciplines, and skill sets to join our Aboriginal
workforce.
We have graduate opportunities available in a variety of
clinical and non-clinical roles across metropolitan and regional
locations in WA.
The Aboriginal Graduate
Program is a culturally tailored two-year employment program
designed for Aboriginal university graduates.
It offers an
attractive salary, structured support and a culturally safe
environment to help transition into employment with WA
Health.
We take pride in matching
each graduate's qualifications and career aspirations with a
suitable placement.
Graduates are provided with
diverse work experiences across relevant business areas, including
opportunities to contribute to projects, work within teams, and
access learning and development opportunities.
WA Health values diversity
and is committed to increasing the Aboriginal workforce as part of
the Aboriginal Workforce Policy.
We value and respect the cultural
knowledge, perspectives and lived experiences that Aboriginal
people bring to our workforce and are dedicated to creating a
culturally safe, and supportive workplace free of
racism.
The Aboriginal Graduate
Program is advertised under section 50(d) of the Equal
Opportunity Act **** as Aboriginality is a genuine
occupational requirement.
Only Aboriginal applicants who meet the
requirements will be considered.
What we can offer
you
Job and
financial security with an attractive two-year fixed term
employment contract with WA Health.
A
graduate experience that aligns to your degree and employment
interests.
Access
to structured learning and development programs aimed at
building your career pathway and increasing your knowledge of
the public sector and the WA health system.
Aboriginal mentoring and
career support.
Opportunities to gain
work experiences and knowledge.
An
chance to interact and network with fellow graduates who
can provide insights, support and friendship.
A
culturally safe and supportive workplace.
Flexible
working and leave arrangements to balance work, family, and
cultural obligations.
Additional
employee benefits




In addition to a competitive
salary package over the two-year program, graduates may have access
to a range of benefits, subject to operational requirements,
including enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with
operational requirements):
12%
employer-contributed superannuation paid into a fund of your
choice.
Professional development
and networking opportunities, in addition to the structured
learning and development provided through the graduate
program.
Flexible
working arrangements and access to leave options.
Leave
entitlements including annual leave, personal leave, and
cultural leave.
Salary
packaging options, in accordance with relevant industrial
instruments.
Access
to a culturally safe Employment Assistance Program (EAP) and
Aboriginal counselling support.
Who are we looking
for
WA Health is committed to
increasing the Aboriginal workforce and is seeking applications
from Aboriginal graduates from a broad range of disciplines
including:
health-related degrees
in allied health and health science professions, psychology,
public health, mental health, biomedical sciences, health
promotion, social work and many more.
We also encourage
applications from graduates from:
law,
business and commerce, finance, data and computer science, HR,
management, communications, arts, education, economics,
humanities, marketing, social sciences, and many
more.
Eligibility for the
Aboriginal Graduate Program
To be considered for the
Aboriginal Graduate Program, you must be:
Aboriginal and/or Torres
Strait Islander.
Have
successfully completed or will complete a tertiary
qualification from a recognised university, with a completion
date (not graduation ceremony date) between January **** and
December ****.
The tertiary qualification must be a minimum of
an undergraduate degree, and
By the
commencement of the Aboriginal Graduate Program, have no more
than 12 months full-time employment experience post-graduation
that is relevant to your qualification.
How the Recruitment
Pool works
The Aboriginal Graduate
Recruitment Pool is used to fill fixed full-term and fixed
part-time positions for up to two-years with the possibility of
ongoing employment at the end of the program and:
Applications are open
until 17 August ****.
Suitable




applicants will be placed in the Recruitment Pool from which
appointments will be made to the Aboriginal Graduate
Program.
Appointments may be made
from this Recruitment Pool for up to 12 months.
You only
need to register your interest once.
Your application will
remain in the Aboriginal Graduate Recruitment Pool until 16
August ****, after which time you will need to
reapply.
The
register is monitored, and applicants may be contacted if a
graduate opportunity or similar vacancy arises that matches
their skills, experience, and qualification.
Please note that placement
in the Recruitment Pool does not guarantee an offer of
employment.
Employment
Locations
Applicants assessed as
suitable through the Recruitment Pool may be considered for
graduate vacancies in one of the WA Health
organisations:
How to
apply
Applications must be
submitted online at .
When you are ready
to apply, click the relevant job link and complete the online
application form.
As part of your application,
you will be asked to upload the following completed
documents:
Cover
Letter which includes your professional interests,
career goals and aspirations (1 page).
Graduate
Application Questions which are attached to this
advertisement (maximum 2 pages).
Resume
outlining your education, employment history and experience.
Include the names and contact details of two referees who can
provide either a work or character reference.
Proof of
graduation or evidence that you are due to graduate
soon from a recognised undergraduate or postgraduate degree at
a university.
Academic
Transcript (e-transcript or e-record
accepted).
Please ensure these
documents are prepared and ready to upload before starting your
online application.
Applicants are encouraged to
allow enough time to complete the online application, respond to
the Graduate Application Questions, and attach all required
documentation.
The email address you provide in your application
will be used for all correspondence regarding this Recruitment
Pool.
Applicants must be submitted
by 4.00pm (AWST), Monday 17 August
****.
Please note that lodgement
is system-generated, and late applications on or after the closing
time will not be accepted.
Who to contact for
further information
If you have any questions
about the Aboriginal Graduate Program or about the application
process please contact Zeta Morgan, Senior Policy Officer at the
Department of Health, on ********* or via email at
******.
If you require adjustments
in the recruitment process, or alternative communication methods,
please contact Health Support Services during business hours on 13
*****.

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📍 Perth