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.
Please note this position is also being advertised as an Allied Health Professional - CAMHS (526895d) and only one position will be filled on merit. Please note 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 in accordance with the Mental Health Services Strategic Plan, Mental Health Services Principles, National Mental Health Standards, Agency policy, legal requirements and relevant professional competencies, 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:
- Undertakes the delivery of specialist services to clients of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service, Adult Community, Inpatient and Extended Treatment, ward 4K Launceston General Hospital both inpatient and community, based on best practice principles and within a collaborative and multi-disciplinary framework. Promotes community awareness in relation to mental health.
- 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.
The Team:
Our hospital team 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
