Clinical Nurse Specialist

Bring your expertise to a pivotal regional role where every assessment makes a difference. As a
Clinical Nurse Specialist
in
Metal Health
Liaison
, you'll undertake comprehensive mental health and risk assessments, provide specialist knowledge, and deliver advanced mental health nursing care to support patients and clinicians alike. Enjoy the benefits of country living in
Narrogin
, a welcoming Wheatbelt community offering an affordable lifestyle, strong sense of connection and an easy drive to Perth, all while making a real impact on the mental health and wellbeing of the community.

This is a Full Time Fixed Term position to 30/06/2026 with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.
About The OPPORTUNITY
This position provides comprehensive, culturally safe, mental health liaison and acute intervention services, nursing leadership, professional consultation and advanced clinical practice within a Wheatbelt Hospital environment. Responsible for providing a timely and specialised Clinical Mental Health Liaison Consultancy service to all Wheatbelt Hospitals. The prime purpose of this position is to conduct primary mental health assessments of all patients presenting the Wheatbelt Emergency Departments or who are admitted onto general wards and who may be considered requiring specialised mental health assessments. Priorities include consultation services to clinicians providing assistance and information to consumer and carers. Is a liaison and link with relevant others in Wheatbelt Health Services, Community Mental Health Services, Alcohol and Other Drugs services and Mental Health Emergency Telehealth Services.

To be successful in this role, you will have…

• Workplace leadership experience relevant to hospital-based mental health practice.
• Advanced skills in the assessment and nursing management of complex psychiatric presentations, risk assessment, crisis intervention and management of aggression in a clinical setting and providing evidence-based interventions for people with mental disorders.
• Advanced written, verbal and interpersonal communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Advanced knowledge of the Mental Health Act of WA.
• An ability to work within a multidisciplinary environment.
• A working knowledge of computers and information systems relevant to the position/role including the use of video conferencing options.

Want to know more about this role?
To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form and contact
Sara Pellant
on

or

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

• Flexible working and leave arrangements

• 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.

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.

Learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting our website at WA Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA

How to Apply:
Applicants are requested to apply online. 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 2-3 page maximum 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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Subsequent Vacancies
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 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 will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.