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OverviewThe Department of Health is seeking suitably qualified applicants for two Clinical Nurse Consultant - Lead Practitioners for CYMHS Youth Forensic Mental Health, one in the North and one in the North West of Tasmania. Please note these positions are also advertised as Allied Health Professionals and only two positions will be filled on merit.Join our team and apply your skills, passion, and knowledge in making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people in the North or Northwest of Tasmania.We are seeking Clinical Nurse Consultants with experience in clinical leadership, complex case management, assessment, trauma informed therapy, and within mental health or relevant/related sector would be ideal. You would be working within a well-supported, innovative, diverse multidisciplinary team to provide developmentally appropriate treatment with children and young people.Our AimThe Child and Youth Mental Health Service in Tasmania is growing! We are seeking passionate and dedicated Lead Practitioners to provide clinical services with children and young people experiencing mental health concerns who are in out of home care. The positions available are within our new teams which are currently being developed as initiatives under the CYMHS reform program (Youth, Youth Forensic, Out of Home Care).The Clinical Nurse Consultant - Lead Practitioner will be part of the Youth Forensic Mental Health team and will have a passion for providing a person-centred approach, trauma informed therapy, and working within a multidisciplinary team environment, providing high level clinical leadership to the team.ResponsibilitiesBeing part of a dynamic and well supported team committed to delivering high quality trauma informed mental health services to children and young people.Undertaking clinical services through the provision of complex case management, assessment, and individual therapies, including the development and implementation of specialised treatment programs.Working alongside innovative team leaders and consultant psychiatrists to develop new child and youth mental health services in Tasmania.Leading and working with an amazing and diverse group of clinicians as part of the collaborative multidisciplinary team, including the provision of support and consultation to other team members as required.Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.Two positions are available, one in the North and one in the Northwest.LocationNorth: Based in Launceston CBD. The North of the state is an area of natural beauty with easy access to Cataract George, waterfalls, bush walks, beaches, and mountain biking tracks. Launceston offers access to Tasmanias prestigious schools.Northwest: Office is based in Burnie and Devonport. The Northwest Coast offers beaches, bushwalks and other recreational activities across small cities and towns.An attractive relocation package and support for international visa requirements may be available for successful applicants.For more information about our amazing state please visit Brand Tasmania | TasmanianWhy TasmaniaThe Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, Mersey Community Hospital, and district hospitals and ambulance services. It also provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.Tasmania, Australia''s only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmanias public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients, and embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.Details of appointmentPermanent, full time, day worker positions available, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.Salary and benefitsSalary: $114,851 to $121,886 per annum. Employer 12% superannuation on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.Post Graduate Allowance up to 10% based on qualification typeA multidisciplinary allowance may also applySalary Packaging: Youll have access to salary packaging a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.BenefitsTravel and relocation assistance up to $15,000 for overseas appointees, and up to $10,000 for interstate appointees.Professional development and accelerated pathways.Leave entitlements including study leave and Professional Development Support.Fitness Passport access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for a weekly fee per person or family rate.EligibilitySuccessful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered NurseWorking with Children RegistrationDesirable: Current Drivers Licence; a minimum of 3 years experience; holds or is working towards postgraduate qualifications.Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre-employment checks.Download the Statement of Duties and Associated DocumentsHow 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 12-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not required.For more information: contact Dion Butler, Team Leader Ext CYMHS NW, 0412 364 453, [email protected] it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values. Visit Brand Tasmania, One Health Podcast, Tasmanian Health Careers for more information.Respecting diversity: We strongly encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr