Executive Director - Child and Adolescent Community Health Salary: An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated. This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment for five (5) years, with the possibility of extension(s). Unlock your potential in this executive leadership role! Join the CAHS Executive Team and play a pivotal role in shaping decisions on comprehensive health issues, making a lasting impact on the health ecosystem for children and young people. We welcome medical practitioners, clinical leaders or health executives to apply! About Community Health and our services Child and Adolescent Community Health provides health and developmental assessments, early intervention and health promotion services for children and young people. The Child & Adolescent Community Health organisation is made up of over 1350 employees. These services are provided in the community across the Perth metropolitan area at 160 community health centres, in schools, home visits and through telehealth appointments. Services focus on child health, growth and development, behaviour, immunisation and supporting families. Aboriginal Health - Provides culturally appropriate and secure services to the Aboriginal community across the Perth metropolitan area. Child Health – Community Health offers a universal schedule of child health and developmental assessments to every child at key development ages. Child Development Service – Free assessment, early intervention and treatment service for children with developmental delays. Immunisation – We offer childhood immunization services across the metropolitan area as well as statewide advice to immunisation providers. Refugee Health – The Refugee Health Team supports newly arrived refugees and humanitarian entrants to connect with community and specialist health care services. School Health – School health services for children and families from kindergarten to year 12. Healthy Lifestyle Program – This family-based program is for children and young people affected by higher weight who are wanting to make healthy lifestyle change. Bedwetting service – This family-based program is for children and young people affected by higher weight who are wanting to make healthy lifestyle change. About the Position As the Executive Director of Community Health, you'll possess the ability to perform collaboratively in a senior leadership team, identify and manage risk, and achieve strategic and operational priorities for the Community Health Service. Working within a multidisciplinary environment encompassing services that deliver important early childhood outcomes across the Community including Child Development, Community Nursing and Child and School Health, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading the service (over 1350 employees) and achieving excellence in healthcare. Candidates will need to possess skills and experience across the following areas: Strategic Leadership and Accountability Communication, Consultation and Engagement Specific skills relevant to Clinical Services and Operational Responsibilities A commitment to Governance, Integrity, and Safety and Quality. How to Apply We welcome your application via the 'Apply for Job' button at the bottom of this page. Your ability to meet the work related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. For your written application please provide the following: A statement addressing the selection criteria within the attached JDF in no more than 3 pages. A current resume which summarises your experience, qualifications and how you can meet the position requirements. Please provide the name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a reference. Referees should include at least one individual who has been or is your direct Line Manager/Supervisor. (We will contact you to seek your confirmation prior to contacting your listed referees). These documents should be complete and ready to upload online. Please allow enough time to complete the online application and the required questions prior to the closing time. Applicants will be assessed on their ability to meet the work-related requirements of the position and contribute positively to the CAHS values. Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. 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. CAHS values: To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities, CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. For Assistance: including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team (START) service via email: ******. Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS CAN NOT BE CONSIDERED. #J-18808-Ljbffr