High Salary Program Manager

Position Profile

We are seeking a suitably experienced person to manage and coordinate the Aged Care Assessment Program for the WA Country Health Service. This position provides subject matter advice on aged care discharge pathways and the NDIS in aged care settings. In addition, this position supports the Aged Care Director in matters of legislative reform implementation, and ensures relevant stakeholders are engaged and compliance requirements and objectives are met to support the development and expansion of best practice service delivery in areas of expertise.

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 An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.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.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout the health service. 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 options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

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.

Employee Benefits

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (inline with operational requirements):

- 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice
- Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location based allowances

Work Related Requirements

Please see the attached Job Description Form.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. 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).

For Further Job-Related Information

We encourage you to contact Tiffanie Rushton on 0456 627 380.

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

Application Instructions

Applicants are requested to apply online. It is preferable for your referees to be a current supervisor or manager.

Submission Requirements

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the Work Related Requirements in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. 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.

Lodgement is system-generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity

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 smokefree environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Position Title: Program Manager

Agency: WA Country Health Service

Location: Perth

Unit/Division: WACHS - Central Office

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

Position No.: 00618236

Closing Date: 2025-09-24 4:00 PM

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