Clinical Nurse Specialist - CAMHS (526895) Australia, Tas Oct 18, 2024 About Tasmania Government
About the Tasmanian State Service The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels.
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We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
This advertisement meets the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship as determined by the Department of Home Affairs.
We encourage overseas and international candidates with mental health experience and/or qualifications, who meet eligibility criteria for registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) to apply.
Please note this position is also being advertised as an Allied Health Professional - CAMHS (526895d) and only one position will be filled on merit.
This position is eligible for a Multi Disciplinary Allowance.
The Role:
As part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high quality consult liaison mental health services, the Clinical Nurse Specialist – CAMHS will provide high level support to the Team Leader within the relevant inpatient and community mental health services in the provision of:
Delivery of specialist services to clients of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service, Adult Community, Inpatient and Extended Treatment, ward 4K Launceston General Hospital based on best practice principles.
Provides clinical leadership and expert knowledge in all aspects of primary health care.
Administers an advanced clinical practice framework for the management of clients with complex needs.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
The Team:
CYMHS is undergoing an exciting reform process to expand the service to the young people in Northern Tasmania.
Our team of clinicians work closely with other service providers to ensure excellent outcomes for our consumers.
Work across a multi-disciplinary work environment Focus on ongoing professional and career development Permanent role - relocation allowance may be available for right applicant Why Tasmania:
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle.
Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients.
Details of appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 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: $103,466 - $109,165 per annum.
Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023 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 Please note that access to salaries beyond $115,573 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme Benefit available to eligible candidates:
Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees.
Professional development and accelerated pathways.
Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.
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 qualification; or completed, prior to the transfer of nurse education to the tertiary sector, an accredited hospital based program that lead to registration as a psychiatric nurse by the relevant nurse regulatory authority within Australia, New Zealand, Canada or the United Kingdom.
Current Working with Children Registration
*Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role.
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
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.
For more information
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Shani Tattam
Position: Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) (Team Leader) - CAMHS
Phone number: 03 6777 2277
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