WA Country Health Service recognised as a Carer Friendly Employer
WA Country Health Service Chief Executive Jeff Moffet (pictured right) meets with Carers WA Chief Executive Officer Richard Newman
WA Country Health Service (WACHS) has achieved accreditation in the Carers WA program and is now officially recognised as a Carer Friendly Workplace. Carers and Employers
The accreditation, Level 1 Activate, reflects the organisation's commitment to supporting staff who have caring responsibilities and acknowledges the practical, cultural, and policy-level support offered to help employees balance work and caring roles.
The Carers WA Assessor noted the health service's commitment to developing a range of materials and programs to support carers.
“The evidence clearly demonstrates that WACHS has met the criteria and shown a strong commitment to fostering a carer-friendly workplace.”
An internal Carers page has been set up as a central resource that provides information, policies, links, videos and contact points to support carers at work.
WA Country Health Service also has in place a range of policies and procedures that promote flexible work, personal leave for carers, access to Employee Assistance Providers, and clear definitions that align with the Carer Recognition Act.
Hospitals across country WA have introduced Carers Corners — supportive spaces for carers to pause, reflect, and connect. Staff awareness events, such as National Carers Week morning teas, were also praised by assessors.
to improve carer awareness among staff and leaders.Through the Maze program and in-house training like Prepare to CareSeveral sites have partnered with Carers WA on the Internal communications and leadership messaging have helped raise awareness and reinforce WACHS’ commitment to being a carer-friendly employer.
Carers WA provided a report to the health service with details on what steps will help WACHS work towards Level 2 (Commit) accreditation, with a strong focus on inclusion, equity, and practical support.
This accreditation reflects the passion and dedication of country health staff – both within and beyond the clinical setting – and demonstrates a deep commitment to compassion - being inclusive, respectful and considerate in the provision of excellent care for country communities.
You can read more about Carers WA and the program here: Staff Wellbeing | Carer Friendly Workplaces | Carers WA