Co-Director of Nursing

2 weeks ago

Perth, Western Australia WA Health Full time

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join the ICAMHS (Infant, Children, Adolescent Mental Health Services) team.

In collaboration with Medical Co-Director, the Co-Director of Nursing Inpatients provides operational leadership and governance oversight of the delivery of acute mental health services within Perth Children's Hospital (PCH) and across Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (ICAMHS). The Co-Director of Nursing also provides professional oversight for the nursing profession across ICAMHS.

As a member of the ICAMHS Executive Team, provides strategic and transformational leadership to support the achievement of ICAMHS performance objectives and high standards of clinical practice, through the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans, policy, education programs, research activities and service improvement strategies.

Responsibilities:

  • Leads strategic planning and cultural alignment across ICAMHS, CAHS, and WA Health, promoting values and ethical conduct.
  • Advises executive leadership on mental health service delivery, patient care, and system-wide reforms.
  • Implements reform initiatives and new models of care, collaborating with medical leadership and stakeholders.
  • Manages operational performance of the Acute Mental Health Services Directorate, ensuring compliance and resource efficiency.
  • Drives clinical governance and quality improvement, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous learning.
  • Oversees nursing workforce standards, integration with state programs, and alignment with legislative and regulatory frameworks.
  • Leads education, training, and research strategies to support evidence-based practice and service innovation.
  • Builds partnerships and stakeholder engagement, representing ICAMHS and CAHS in professional, community, and government forums.

This is standard recruitment with Permanent Full-Time, Permanent Part-Time, Fixed Term Full-Time and Fixed Term Part-Time opportunities available with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency available.

We have 1 x immediate permanent full-time vacancy available within ICAHMS Network (Infant, Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services).

About Our Team:

The Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (ICAMHS) in Western Australia offer support, advice and treatment to children and adolescents from birth to 18 years who are experiencing mental health challenges.

CAHS helps children grow and thrive and we offer these same opportunities to the nurses who join our team. Our team-oriented approach allows for extensive clinical upskilling, and leadership development opportunities for nurses of all levels.

Role related questions: We encourage you to contact Jill Pascoe, Executive Director on or via  with any specific questions related to this role.

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online ).

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