Clinical Nurse Specialist

Overview

The Department of Health is seeking suitably qualified applicants for an Clinical Nurse Specialist - CATT L1) vacancy. This position is also advertised as an Allied Health Professional - CATT d) and only one position will be filled on merit.

The Team

Do you want to be a part of a dynamic team of health care professionals? We are offering an exciting and rewarding opportunity to be part of a workplace that supports contemporary, evidence-based practices, professional support and opportunities for growth. We are a growing team of high achieving professionals, who are passionate and committed to our work and the community. Come join our team and apply your skills and knowledge in making a positive difference to the lives of adults in the north of Tasmania.

Not only will you join a progressive and dynamic team, but you will also be able to enjoy Tasmania's incredible culture and community. Here you'll be spoilt for choice Easy access to breath-taking coastlines, National Parks, and incredible fresh produce crafted by locals. After a hard day at work, you don't have to sit in traffic for hours. You can decompress with a wander through your home city, or an easy commute along the waterways. Escape on the weekends to untouched coastlines or spend time enjoying local hospitality or cultivating your own passions

The Role

Work within the designated region in collaboration with other staff within Community Mental Health Services, Inpatient Mental Health Services, Alcohol and Drug Services and a range of community service providers, to deliver improved outcomes and experiences for individuals presenting with mental health concerns, including those presenting to the Emergency Department (ED) North and North West. Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, assertive case management including triage, crisis intervention, intake and assessment and the development and implementation of care plans for designated clients in both the community and the ED. A clinical expert who acts as a clinical resource for staff and other providers involved in the management of people with mental health concerns, including those with concurrent alcohol or drug use issues. Support and contribute to current strategic direction and initiatives.

The Duties

• Demonstrated high-level skills, knowledge and clinical expertise in the area of Mental Health.
  
• Demonstrated advanced written and oral communication, liaison, interpersonal and counselling skills within a multidisciplinary team environment, including the ability to function confidently and negotiate recommendations for patient care across a wide range of stakeholder groups.
  
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and documentation, including the Mental Health Act, Right to Information Act, Work Health & Safety legislation, relevant statutory requirements and Agency policies and procedures.
  

Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment

Permanent part time, shift worker position, working 68 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $106,570 to $112,440 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Salary Packaging

Salary Packaging: You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type
  

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
  
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
  
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
  
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
  

Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse and possess specialist tertiary graduate or post graduate mental health/psychiatric nursing qualifications; or completed, prior to the transfer of nurse education to the tertiary sector, an accredited hospital based program that led to registration as a psychiatric nurse by the relevant nurse regulatory authority within Australia, New Zealand, Canada or the United Kingdom
  
• Current Driver's Licence
  
• Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee's responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered.
  

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Extensive relevant psychiatric nursing experience and/or credentialed as a Mental Health Nurse by the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses or equivalent
  
• Holds, or is working towards, relevant tertiary qualifications
  
• Five or more years' postgraduate clinical nursing experience
  

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre-employment checks.

Documentation

• Statement of Duties: Clinical Nurse Specialist - CATT G5 (WORD)
  
• Application Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide (WORD)
  

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

Applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Jacqueline Brown

Position: Team Leader - Adult and Older Persons Community Mental Health Service

Phone:

Email:

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