Allied Health Professional

Overview

Please note this position is also being advertised as a Clinical Nurse Specialist - CAMHS (502814d) and only one position will be filled on merit.

The Team

Community CYMHS Northwest are a multidisciplinary team delivering high quality mental health services, including assessment and treatment planning for children and young people in the Northwest region of Tasmania. The team provides a community leadership role in partnership with the Northwest Regional Hospital, education, child safety services, youth justice, NDIS, police, education and various community-based NGO organisations. Based in a rural remote region, the CYMHS team has the opportunity to work across diverse circumstances and use a creative approach to delivering mental health care to consumers, their families and communities.

You will need

Work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high quality mental health services in accordance with the Mental Health Services Strategic Plan, Mental Health Services Principles, National Mental Health Standards, Agency policy, legal requirements and relevant professional competencies. As a CYMHS clinician you will:

• Undertake assessments, care planning and delivery of individual and group secondary level mental health interventions to children and families, including culturally appropriate services.
• Develop and support collaborative care partnerships with service providers across primary health, child health and parenting, paediatrics, child safety, education, and youth programs and services.
• Collect and review client and service outcome data and participate in activities to improve client outcomes.
• Contribute to continuing quality and safety, service development and improvement, and professional development processes and standards.

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

Why Tasmania

Choosing to pursue a mental health career in Tasmania means connecting with colleagues and patients. Smaller teams allow access to decision-makers and involvement in program development. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with shorter commutes and opportunities for outdoor activities and community involvement.

Details of appointment

Permanent full-time, day worker position, 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. 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 vacancies (full time, part time, or casual).

Salary and Benefits

Salary: $110,425 to $121,907 per annum. Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Salary packaging available with benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year, and other eligible benefits.

Allowances: Access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or the Personal Upgrade Scheme. Other allowances may be available based on the salaried incremental point, including:

• Professional Development Allowance up to $1,000 per annum

Benefits available to eligible candidates include travel and relocation assistance (up to $15,000 for overseas appointees and up to $10,000 for interstate appointees), professional development and accelerated pathways, various leave entitlements including study leave, and Fitness Passport for you and your family (40+ facilities across Tasmania).

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet essential criteria and desirable criteria as outlined:

• Satisfactory completion of an approved allied health professional tertiary qualification/program and registration with the relevant National Board, or full membership/eligible for membership with the relevant professional association for self-regulated professions
• Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable)
• Current Driver's Licence
• Desirable: Minimum of 2 years postgraduate experience relevant to the role
• Desirable: Postgraduate qualification or currently working towards one relevant to the role

Note: Refer to the Application Guide for pre-employment checks and further information. Download the Statement of Duties and related documents for details on duties, program, selection process and guidance.

How to apply

Apply Online. Click the "Apply" button to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to submit a 1–2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing selection criteria is not required.

For more information

Contact the provided contact person for vacancy details.

Name: Dion Butler

Position: Team Leader, CAMHS NW

Phone: (03) 6477 7300

Email: dion.butler@health.tas.gov.au

What it is like working at the Department of Health

Values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent. Learn about experiences from staff and relocation to Tasmania. Explore Make It Tasmania, One Health Podcast, and Tasmanian Health Careers. We encourage applicants from diverse communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

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