Carer Consultant

Do you have a personal lived experience of supporting a family member or friend accessing government community mental health services? Would you like to provide that perspective in planning, development and evaluation of mental health programs for North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS)?This is for a Casual appointment for up to six (6) months with the possibility of extension(s).What is our Carer Consultant role?RoleThe Carer Consultant contributes a carer’s perspective to the planning, development, delivery and evaluation of mental health programs for the NMHS Mental Health Service. In this role, you will use your own lived experience as a carer to:represent the carer perspective in committees and meetingswork with stakeholders and service providers to improve clinical service deliveryfacilitate carer feedback and participation in service improvement initiativesco-facilitate the lived experience advisory groupidentify and engage relevant carer networksWhat We Are Looking ForYou must have a lived experience as a primary carer of a consumer of mental health services. You will bring a genuine interest in improving the carer and consumer experience and have great communication skills to allow you to work effectively with a diverse range of mental health stakeholders.While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.What We OfferNMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (North Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits) including:Generous salary packaging to increase take-home payProfessional and career development opportunitiesDiverse and inclusive culture Want to know more about this role?We encourage you to contact Claire Mann on 08 6457 8350 or email claire.mann@health.wa.gov.auArea ProfileNMHS provides timely access to high quality health care, embracing acknowledged best practice to deliver improved clinical outcomes in the face of rising challenges for all healthcare providers. The NMHS comprises a mix of tertiary, specialist and generalist hospitals. Our north metropolitan catchment area covers almost 1000 square kilometres. Our population represents about 28 per cent of Western Australia’s total, and is projected to grow to more than 0.9 million by 2031. For further information about NMHS visit: http://www.nmahs.health.wa.gov.au/.NMHS contains Western Australia’s largest Mental Health Service caring for youths, adults and older adults. Services are delivered through inpatient units, community mental health clinics and day therapy and outreach programs to a catchment area of almost 1 million people. State-wide and Tertiary Mental Health Services include research, forensics, neurosciences, art therapy, eating disorders and other specialised services.We think you’ll like it hereOur employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say.Want to apply?Applications are made online. Before applying, make sure you have:A cover letter (1-2 pages) explaining why you are applying for this role and providing examples to demonstrate your suitability for the position including:Your personal lived experience as a primary carer of a consumer of mental health servicesYour understanding of the concept of consumer recovery and the challenges of living with a mental illnessA resume that summarises your experience relevant to this role.The names and contact details of 2 referees who can support your suitability for this role.Once you have the above prepared, click ‘Apply for job’ and follow the instructions.Please allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation before the closing date and time. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.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.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.NMHS fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at email nmhs.talent@health.wa.gov.au.Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.We look forward to receiving your application.