We are seeking suitably qualified applicants for an Allied Health Professional - CAMHS (526895d) vacancy. Please note this position is also being advertised as a Clinical Nurse Specialist - CAMHS (526895) vacancy and only one position will be filled on merit.
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.
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.
The Team:
We are 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
The Role:
As part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high quality mental health services in accordance with the Mental Health Services Strategic Plan, Mental Health Service principles, National Mental Health Standards, Agency policy, legal requirements and relevant professional competencies, the Allied Health Professional will:
- Undertake the delivery of quality recovery focussed services to clients of the Child and Adolescent, Adult Community, Inpatient and Extended Treatment and Older Persons Mental Health Service based on best practice principles and within a recovery framework. Service delivery is within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework, that includes those with lived experiences.
- Provide a specialist assessment and consumer lead treatment service to clients of Child and Adolescent, Adult Community, Inpatient and Extended Treatment and Older Persons Mental Health Service and their families or carers.
- Promote community awareness in relation to mental health and develop and enhance relationships with other mental health service providers. Act as a consultant to other agencies with regard to the support and management of clients with mental health needs.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment: Allied Health Professional, Level 3
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: $110,425 - $121,907 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- 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 $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme
Salary Packaging:
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
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:
Eligibility: 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
- Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable as determined by individual position requirements)
- Current Driver’s Licence
