Find your place in the Wheatbelt. With opportunities available in Northam, Narrogin and Moora, take the next step in your career as a Clinical Nurse Manager- Aboriginal Health and build meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal communities while leading and supporting a committed Aboriginal heath team. This is your chance to help shape culturally responsive services that make a lasting difference. Enjoy the balance of country living in a welcoming regional community, all while doing work that truly matters. This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time and Permanent Part Time positions. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/06/2026. About the OPPORTUNITY Responsible for coordinating the development, planning, implementation and evaluation of holistic clinical services and relevant health promotion programs to the Aboriginal communities serviced by Population Health. The role provides leadership, supervision and support to the Aboriginal Health Team to facilitate appropriate client and program outcomes, as well as being responsible for the delivery of safe care outcomes and upholding the standards of nursing and midwifery. To be successful in this role, you will have… An advanced ability to apply expert clinical knowledge and skills across all models of care for outpatient and community nursing. Ability and experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people including knowledge and understanding of cultural issues and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health. Skills and experience in program planning, implementation and evaluation, including evidence of effective services and client outcomes. Knowledge and understanding of the principles of primary health care and their application in service delivery. Knowledge of legislative obligations for Nursing and Midwifery, Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Work Health and Safety, and how these impact on employment and service delivery. In possession of a current C or C-A Class drivers license. Want to know more about this role? To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact Colleen Inoue on (08) 9690 2 or health.wa.gov.au What we offer The Western Australian Country Health Service offer our employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of benefits: Paid Study Leave. Generous Salary Packaging Benefits. Up to $9010 on a range of benefits including mortgage, rent, everyday living expenses. Up to $2650 on meals and entertainment. Access to novated vehicle leasing and pre-tax vehicle expenses. WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate. Professional Development opportunities. 12% Superannuation Guarantee. As a WA Country Health Service employee you’re entitled to discounts across some private health care funds, Please see attached flyer for further details. Relocation support may be available for the right applicant. Area Profile The Wheatbelt region spans 155,000 square kilometres, encompassing six Aboriginal lands and language groups. From Jurien Bay on the coast to Southern Cross in the East, Dalwallinu in the north, and Lake Grace in the south, the region offers extensive opportunities. Health services include emergency and inpatient care, outpatient medical, nursing, and allied health services, as well as cancer, renal, palliative, rehabilitation, aged care, mental health, public health, health promotion, and child, school, and community health services. District hospitals in Narrogin, Northam, Merredin, and Moora, along with 35 smaller community hospitals and health centres, ensure comprehensive care across the region. With a strong community spirit and diverse career prospects, WACHS Wheatbelt is ideal for living, working, and exploring. Please provide the following information as part of your application: A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role A cover letter outlining your suitability for this position A document addressing the selection criteria listed on the Job Description Form (JDF) The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager. Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. This is an “open-ended” recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted: The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/06/2026 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 criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. 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. 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). Diversity Statement 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 high-quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
