This is a fixed term, full time appointment for up to 12 months with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

Position Profile: We are seeking a suitably experienced person who can utilise their consumer or carer Lived Experience to provide community engagement; project, consultation and facilitation support across WACHS mental health and alcohol and other drug services. The position works in Central Office within the Mental Health Lived Experience program to enhance the delivery of recovery oriented, person-centred care across all WACHS regions through the development of Lived Experience led projects, education and activities. The position leads and contributes to education, mentoring, consultation and project related activities by building the capability of the regional workforce, strengthening meaningful engagement with service users, families, communities and lived experience perspectives.

Area Profile: 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.

WACHS Mental Health Central Office is a skilled and dynamic team drawing on a wide range of experience and backgrounds to reflect diversity in cultural, consumer, peer and clinical perspectives across a range of functions to support and develop contemporary mental health and alcohol and other drugs services across the state. WACHS mental health services provide a broad range of clinical services including face to face and virtual service delivery formats.

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 proposed Job Description Form and define what will be assessed to determine your suitability for the role:

1. Substantial experience working in a Lived Experience (Peer) role, including contemporary knowledge of the mental health Lived Experience (Peer) workforce and the ability to promote recovery-oriented and person-centred care.
2. Demonstrated ability to design, develop and deliver Lived Experience and consumer/carer engagement initiatives that authentically capture diverse voices that translates into meaningful service improvement.
3. Demonstrated ability to plan, implement and evaluate projects and consultation activities, including analysing qualitative and quantitative data to inform decisions and outcomes.
4. Highly developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate and negotiate confidently across diverse audiences including demonstrated facilitation skills.
5. Well-developed written skills including report writing for various audiences.





Proposed criteria for the new position

Essential Criteria

1. Substantial experience undertaking a Lived Experience (Peer) role with demonstrated knowledge of the mental health system, the Lived Experience (Peer) workforce evolution and application of peer practice.
2. Demonstrated experience in developing Lived Experience and consumer/carer engagement initiatives.
3. Demonstrated experience and well-developed skills in project management, with an ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
4. Demonstrated experience in consultation, and analysing quantitative and qualitative data.
5. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including interpersonal and negotiation skills.
6. Ability to prepare and design communication materials for diverse audiences, including report writing.
7. Possession of a current C or C-A class driver’s licence.

Desirable Criteria

1. Experience in facilitating and/or supporting the facilitation of workshops and focus groups.
2. Current knowledge and commitment to Equal Opportunity in all aspects of employment and service delivery.

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
- Career development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Jessica Brentnall on 0499 938 ***.

Applicants are required to provide:

- A statement addressing the suitability criteria only, (maximum 3 pages) outlining your skills, experience, knowledge and what you will bring to the role. Please do not address the proposed Essential and Desirable Criteria.
- 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).

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).

Other Conditions: 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.

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. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

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 WACHS 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.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

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

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

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

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