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The Team:The Correctional Primary Health Services (CPHS) is part of the Tasmanian Health Service and provides primary healthcare to people in custody in Tasmania. We care for up to 800 people at a time, making us the largest primary healthcare provider in the state.Our staff practice every aspect person-centred care in all aspects of primary health. We provide assessments, practice acute and chronic care, mental health care, medication management, respond to emergencies and provide education and support to people in custody so they can maintain and improve their health.The Role:This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Correctional Primary Health Services.The role will involve Model of Care development across a multifaceted Statewide Service as well as outlining the care pathways for the patients moving through the custodial environment.You will will work with a diverse highly professional multidisciplinary team and the supporting executive to the Forensic Health and Correctional Primary Health Services.You will need:Significant experience in developing and implementing change management programs and/or experience working at a strategic level implementing modern and contemporary practices within a best practice framework.Proven liaison and consultation experience and the ability to develop and maintain strategic partnerships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure the development and implementation of an integrated outcomes-focused project.Highly developed interpersonal, communication, decision making, conflict resolution and negotiation skills, and ability to foster support for change across a diverse employee base, with the proven capacity to motivate, develop and support staff through a positive change management process.Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.Details of appointment:fixed term full time, day worker, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a twelve-month period.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: $128,102 to $134,832 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022Benefits available to eligible candidates:Professional development and accelerated pathways.A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.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.More information about our Employee Benefits can be found hereEligibility:Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline.Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsWe 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.Statement of Duties:Senior Project Officer - Forensic Health Services Band7 (word)Application Guide:Department of Health - Applicant Guide (word)How to apply: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: James EllingworthPosition: Group Director - Forensic Health and Correctional Primary Health ServicesPhone number: 03 6166 0844Email address: james.ellingworth@ths.tas.gov.auWhat it is like working at the Department of Health?Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent 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!Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyleOne Health Podcast - SpotifyOne Health Podcast - AppleTasmanian Health Careers | TasmanianRespecting 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr