CRVCID 748285

Applicants are expected to be available to work shifts over a 24/7 roster to support the clinical requirements of the service. This includes rostering in line with industrial agreements.

There are multiple positions available at Mimidi Park Mental Health Unit including the following FTE:

- Position Number 111688 - Adult Closed Ward (2 FTE)
- Position Number 115293 - Adult Open Ward (3 FTE)
- Position Number 112002 - Older Adult Open Ward (1 FTE)
- Position Number 115294 - Older Adult Closed Ward (1 FTE)

Before you apply for this position, please read the attached job application information sheet which contains important information.

Peel & Rockingham Kwinana Mental Health Service - ‘PaRK MHS’

PaRK Mental Health Service was established in 1992 delivering Community Mental Health services to the Rockingham, Kwinana, and Mandurah communities.

The service commenced under the governance of WA Department of Health, managed by the South Metropolitan Area Mental Health Service. The Health Services Act 2016 saw the introduction of HSP Boards (Health Service Provider Boards) which have been in place since July 2016.

At this time, the South Metropolitan Health Service became a standalone legal entity with the governance of PaRK Mental Health service moving to SMHS and local reporting to Rockingham Peel Group (RKPG). In October 2024 RKPG MHS became part of the South Metropolitan Area Mental Health Service joining Fremantle Fiona Stanley Mental Health Services.

Staff working at PaRK MHS will see both the PaRK MHS and RKPG MHS titles used within the service. PaRK MHS is the historical name of our service and is how many of our consumers and staff will know the service. Documents and processes that are created within our service are identified as PaRK MHS however, some documents will utilise RKPG MHS branding until they are slowly transitioned backed to PaRK MHS.

Mimidi Park MH Inpatient Unit was opened on the 24th of November 2010. “Following a broad consultative process, the unit was named ‘Mimidi’ referring to the base section of native plants that regenerates after damage and provides nourishment to the plant” Rockingham Peel Group (RKPG) Mental Health Service Medical Co-Director, Dr Gordon Shymko.

The unit’s design optimises the use of space, light and glass and includes the unique development of quiet rooms, family rooms and a gym.

Position Profile and Role

PaRK MHS are recruiting for Registered Nurses to join our dedicated team at the Mimidi Park, Mental Health Inpatient Unit, Rockingham General Hospital. We are looking for dedicated Registered Nurses to work within our multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive evidence-based nursing care to patients. We provide practical and motivational support that helps people to develop the skills they need to move on, thrive and improve the quality of their lives. It is an approach to mental health and wellbeing that looks at the whole person in the context of their daily life.

As a Registered Nurse working within PaRK MHS, you will play an integral role as a resource for mental health clients, carers, and staff in relation to the management of individuals with identified mental health issues. You will work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver a quality service to the community.





To be suitable for this position you will:

- Demonstrate resilience with a high degree of initiative and experience in providing mental health advice and support.
- Work collaboratively with your team members to ensure the best quality and care of your patients.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to the South Metropolitan Health Service values of Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment. Whatever your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce.

If this interests you, and you:

- have well developed problem-solving skills.
- enjoy working with a multidisciplinary team as well as working independently.
- have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment! SMHS encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or LGBTI communities, and people with disability to work with us. Whatever your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce.

Application and assessment support

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and assessment process, please contact Gillian Fleming, Nurse Unit Manager at 08 9599 49***or via email ***************@health.wa.gov.au

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

How to apply

You’ve heard from us, now we’d like to hear from you.

Suitability Criteria: Suitability recognises that merit is determined not only by skills, knowledge and experience, but also by a broader set of factors. These include an applicant’s eligibility for appointment, demonstrated behaviours, alignment with organisational values and ethical standards, and their ability to contribute positively to our workplace culture. In addition to the Essential Criteria 1, 2, 3 and 5 and Desirable Criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF), the below requirements will also be considered to determine your suitability for the role:

1. Eligible for registration in the category of Registered Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia

2. Demonstrated clinical knowledge and experience in the delivery of evidence-based nursing care within the mental health practice setting/specialty

3. Demonstrated effective interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills

5. Ability to work collectively with clients / patients (and carers) to plan and coordinate contemporary nursing care

Your application should include:

1.



A copy of your current CV and a Cover Letter
2. A 1-page maximum overview of your previous experience as a Registered Nurse in Mental Health Services providing clinical care to individuals, families, and carers in accordance with the Mental Health Act 2014 and other relevant legislation within this area of practice.
3. The names and contact details of two (2) current referees who can attest to your suitability for this role. Please note referees may be contacted as part of the initial assessment process. One of these referee's must be your recent line manager or supervisor.

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow enough time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Employee Benefits

Our employees enjoy a range of advantages which may include (in line with operational requirements):

- Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location-based allowances
- Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within SMHS and/or the wider WA public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

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

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