How to apply

Here are some tips to enhance your success in obtaining a role at one of Catholic Healthcare's ministries.

You should contact the relevant person to obtain an application kit for the position you are interested in applying for.

If you are making a general enquiry about employment with Catholic Healthcare, please contact our Recruitment Team today:
Tel: 1800 024 540
Email: hr@chcs.com.au

How to write your own professional resume

Your resume will most likely be the first formal contact you have with Catholic Healthcare, so make it simple, professional and positive!

When writing your resume, keep in mind the position you are applying for. Be sure to include your:

  • Contact details including your name, address, contact numbers and email address if you have one
  • Qualifications (if appropriate) and where and when you achieved them
  • Employment history, listing the most recent job first. You should include the name of your employer, the month/year you started and finished, your responsibilities in the position and any of your achievements/extracurricular activities
  • Referees and their contact details. You should provide details of at least two (2) people who can provide a work-related reference. This means that the referees have some knowledge of your ability and achievements. Note: Contact the people whom you nominate and seek their consent before you list them as referees.
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How to write your own professional cover letter

Your cover letter should be concise - keep the letter to one A4 page. Remember to note the position you are applying for, where the position was advertised and your name and contact number.

You should address the qualifications required and state why your past experience and personal skills are suited to the position. Be sure to highlight any relevant aspects of your attached resume.

You need to address the essential criteria and, if applicable, the desirable criteria in your cover letter. Essential criteria relate to the skills, knowledge and abilities that you must possess to perform the job. Generally, you should meet each of these to be considered for an interview. Desirable criteria refer to those things which would enhance your performance in the position, but they are not essential.

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How to submit your application

Post, email or fax your completed Catholic Healthcare Employment Application Form (included with your application kit), your cover letter and your resume to the relevant person by the stipulated due date.

Or you can apply online now. Go to Job Vacancies

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Your interview

Think about what you may be asked during the interview and consider your responses. Remember that all the questions will relate to the selection criteria. You should think about your past jobs and how your tasks and responsibilities may help you in the position you are applying for.

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Research Catholic Healthcare

It will be helpful if you understand the services we provide, the structure of our organisation and our future focus. You can learn more information about Catholic Healthcare by reading through the information on our website.

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Network

You may try to speak to staff at Catholic Healthcare to help you understand how you might fit in with the organisation's culture.

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Prepare your own questions

It is important to prepare your own questions for the interview. This will demonstrate your interest in Catholic Healthcare and will show you have done your research. It also allows you to find out more about us and ensure the position is a good fit.

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Getting ready for the interview

Minimise the chance of things going wrong on the day of the interview. Allow plenty of time to get there. Check on parking beforehand and be punctual.

You do not want your appearance to limit your chances of progressing through the interview process. Dressing appropriately also shows you've taken the time to understand one of the cultural aspects of Catholic Healthcare.

Take some time out to relax before walking into the interview.

When you walk into the interview room, try to be as confident and natural as you can. It is also important to demonstrate your genuine interest and enthusiasm for the position you have applied for.

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The interview

It is crucial to adapt to the atmosphere set by the interviewer. Let the interviewer take the lead in the conversation. At Catholic Healthcare, most interviews are conducted by a panel of interviewers.

Be careful not to interrupt the interviewers or ask questions at inappropriate times. You want to be perceived as confident and enthusiastic, not aggressive or arrogant. Listen carefully.

The interviewer will allow you time to ask questions.

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Demonstrate your protential value

To ensure that your interview is successful, you must convince the interview panel that you are able to think of innovative ways to do your job and have the necessary skills to contribute to Catholic Healthcare's success. Are you offering something that would be difficult to find from someone else?

Keep in mind that technical skills are only a subset of the capabilities we look for. Strong communication, time management skills, being an effective team member, self discipline and a strong focus on customer service are also factors we look for in our employees.

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Re-establish your enthusiasm

As you come to the end of the interview, let the interviewer know that you want the position. Thank the interviewers for their time and for explaining more about Catholic Healthcare. Invite the interviewers to contact you if they need any further information.

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What happens after the interview?

Catholic Healthcare will contact you to advise you if you were successful.

GOOD LUCK

If you are interested in working for Catholic Healthcare please contact us today!

Catholic Healthcare Ltd
HR Team
Locked Bag 10
Windsor NSW 2756

Tel: 1800 024 540
Email: hr@chcs.com.au