Position Profile:
As part of the South West Mental Health, Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (SW-ICAMHS), provides comprehensive mental health assessments, treatment planning, brief intervention and counselling, to infants, children and adolescent, who are referred or present with acute psychological distress, or significant mental health issues, including suicidal behaviour. This position supports the Acute Care & Response Team (ACRT), which operates as a seven day community-based service providing timely and responsive intervention across the South West region. This position participates in a roster operating Monday to Sunday, including weekends and public holidays. In future shift times may vary in according to service demand and operational requirements.
This is a Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time or Fixed Term Part Time appointment, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
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.
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:
Advanced Child and Adolescent Mental Health Practice -Demonstrated ability to independently assess, prioritise and respond to complex and high-risk mental health presentations in children and adolescents, applying sound clinical judgement, therapeutic intervention skills and evidence-based approaches to support recovery and safety outcomes.
Collaborative and Family-Centred Care - Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with young people, families, carers, multidisciplinary colleagues and external stakeholders to coordinate care, facilitate access to services and support positive treatment outcomes.
Clinical Governance, Legislative Compliance and Professional Accountability - Demonstrated ability to practise within professional, ethical and legislative frameworks, including the application of the Mental Health Act ****, maintaining accurate clinical records, managing risk and contributing to quality service delivery.




Adaptability and Responsiveness in a Community Mental Health Environment - Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving community mental health setting, adapting to changing priorities, service demands and complex client needs while maintaining high standards of care.
Operational Commitment to Regional Service Delivery - Demonstrated capacity to support the operational requirements of a regional child and adolescent mental health service through participation in rotating 7-day rosters, travel across service locations and delivery of responsive, accessible care to diverse communities.
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
Versatile leave arrangements
Other professional and location based allowances
For Further Job Related Information
We encourage you to contact Emma Callaghan or Paul Blakey on ************.
Applicants Are Required To Provide
A statement addressing the suitability criteria, (maximum 2 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
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 is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. 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 adaptable 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.
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.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
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 ****, 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 ******** 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.
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📌 Senior Health Professional Mental Health Child And Adolescent (Western Australia)
🏢 Wa Country Health Service
📍 Western Australia