Department of HealthCommunity, Mental Health & WellbeingCMHW - MH & Statewide ServicesApplications must be submitted by Sunday 08 December, 2024 11:55 PM AESTAward/Classification:Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3Employment type:Full TimeRegion:SouthLocation:SCFMHS, 4 Liverpool St, HobartAn exciting opportunity exists for a highly self-motivated Court Liaison Officer to join the Department of Health.Please note this position is also being advertised as a Clinical Nurse Specialist - Court Liaison Officer (600612d) and only one position will be filled on merit.The Role:As part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high quality forensic mental health services, the Court Liaison Officer will:Provide assessment, intervention and referral services to individuals at the beginning of the criminal justice system.Provide specialist liaison and consultation about mental health matters and management of associated problems to Magistrates, Solicitors, Police and Community Corrections staff at the Courts.Why Join Us?Work within a passionate multidisciplinary team who are open to innovative ideas and strategies to enhance service delivery and client care.Opportunities to engage in professional development targeted to our specialised area.Make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with complex mental health challenges who are navigating the criminal justice system.Unique opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary team being part of Forensic Mental Health while working within the Hobart Magistrates Court.You will be a part of a small and highly specialised and supportive team.Become an integral part in the facilitation of the mental health diversion court.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: $106,966 - $118,114 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022.Please note that access to salaries beyond $115,573 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.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.Correctional Allowance of 6.5%.Benefits 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.Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:Satisfactory completion of an approved allied health professional tertiary qualification/program of study and registered with the relevant National Board or, in the case of self-regulated allied health professions, full membership/eligible for membership with the relevant professional association.*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:Current Driver's Licence.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. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.For more information:Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.Name: Rebecca CarpentierPosition: Assistant Director of Nursing - CFMHS & Defendant Health LiaisonPhone number: 03 6165 8556 or 0455 383 124Email address: ****** it is like working at the Department of Health?Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.
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