Director of Nursing - Mental Health Services South (515752) Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - MH & Statewide Services
Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 01 May, 2024 11:55 PM
Award/Classification: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 8, Level 5
Employment type: Full Time
Region: South
Location: GF, 2 Terry St, Glenorchy
The Department of Health are seeking a highly self-motivated Director of Nursing to join the Metal Heath Services Team.
The role: The Director of Nursing - Mental Health Services South is a senior manager and lead clinician who in combination with relevant staff will:
Facilitate the optimal operation of Mental Health Services South.Provide clinical and managerial direction to all clinical staff across Mental Health Services South.Provide high level advice and support to the Nursing Director - Group Director and relevant senior staff in relation to clinical standards, education and training and the management of significant day to day clinical and service related issues.Be responsible and accountable for strategic advice regarding the provision of nursing services, nursing professional issues and standards of nursing care across Mental Health Services South.Facilitate the development and maintenance of active partnerships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders to optimise overall sector integration and client outcomes.Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
The team:
Provides operational and clinical support to all mangers and senior clinical staff for allocated areas within Adult Mental health Services SouthIncludes Mental Health Department – RHH and outlying centres such as Millbrook RiseReports to Group Director Mental Health South.Details of Appointment Permanent full time, day worker (with on-call)position working 76hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*notwithstanding hours may 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 and part time vacancies.Salary: $155,227per annum. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance withNurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
Registered with the Nursing and 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*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 LicenceHolds or is working towards relevant tertiary qualificationsThe Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
Conviction checks in the following areas:crimes of violencesex related offencesserious drug offencescrimes involving dishonestyDisciplinary action in previous employment check.How to Apply Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Please note: We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.
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The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives. 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr
