Clinical Lead

Overview

Tasmania Eating Disorder Service (TEDS) is a statewide program delivering integrated specialist care for adults with eating disorders, including Community-Based Intensive Treatment (CBIT) programs and a Residential Recovery Program (RRP).

We are seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant – Clinical Lead - TEDS (528724L1) for the South region. The position will also be advertised for an Allied Health Professional (528724L1d) and filled on a merit basis. This role is part time/ Fixed term, day worker, with hours up to 45.6 per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 4 August 2026.

Position Details

Department: Department of Health, Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing (CMHW – MH & Statewide Services)

Location: 16-18 Watchorn St, Tasmania

Award/Classification: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 6

Region: South

Employment type: Part Time

Salary: $114,851 to $121,886 per annum (Pro rata) + employer superannuation (12%). Salary range aligned with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023. Post-Graduate Allowance up to 10% may be available based on qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and oversee day-to-day operations of TEDS South, enabling the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
• Lead the development and management of a multidisciplinary team delivering specialist community-based intensive treatment for adults with eating disorders.
• Ensure optimal clinical processes and patient outcomes; manage human and physical resources effectively.
• Lead change and service development initiatives statewide and regionally, including model of care development and the implementation of relevant policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Enhance consumer and carer participation in all service levels, including quality, safety, improvement activities and co-design initiatives.
• Facilitate the implementation of the current Mental Health Service Strategic Plan and maintain collaborations with key stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

• Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia; specialist mental health/psychiatric nursing qualification (or equivalent hospital-based program leading to registration) in Australia, New Zealand, Canada or the United Kingdom.
• Current Working with Children Registration.
• Desirable: minimum 3 years post-graduate experience in mental health; interest/experience in eating disorders; clinical and professional supervision experience; Eating Disorder Credentialled practitioner; current Driver's Licence.

Benefits & Conditions

• Salary range in accordance with the Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023; 12% employer superannuation; allowances (e.g., Post-Graduate Allowance up to 10%).
• Travel and relocation assistance up to $15,000 for overseas appointees and $10,000 for interstate appointees; professional development and accelerated pathways; study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania with applicable costs.

Application & Selection

Details of appointment: Fixed-term part-time, day worker; up to 45.6 hours per fortnight; commence as soon as possible until 4 August 2026. Hours negotiable with the successful applicant.

Applications: Apply online via the Apply button. You will complete a 1–2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as relates to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not required.

Note: This process may be used to fill similar vacancies for a period of twelve months from the date of publication.

Applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted.

Additional Information

For more information, contact the designated officer. Review the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide for an overview of duties, program details, selection process, and application guidance. We encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, LGBTIQA+ people, and people with disabilities.

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