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Allied Health Professional - Lead Practitioner - Youth Forensic (CYMHS)$123,717 to $130,900 per annum+ 12% superannuationThe Department of Health is seeking suitably qualified applicants for two Allied Health Lead Practitioners for CYMHS Youth Forensic Mental Health, one in the North and one in the North West of Tasmania. These positions are also being advertised as Clinical Nurse Consultant 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 senior allied health professionals with experience in clinical leadership, complex case management, assessment, trauma informed therapy, and within mental health or a 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 Aim:The 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 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.Leadership training is available and provided by the Tasmanian Health Service in partnership with University of Tasmania.The role will include:Being 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.NorthBased in Launceston CBD.The North of the state is an area of natural beauty with access to Cataract Gorge, waterfalls, bush walks, beaches, and mountain biking.Launceston is a great place to raise children with access to some of Tasmanias prestigious schools.It is a beautiful part of Kanamaluka/Lutruwita.North WestOffice is based in Burnie and Devonport.The Northwest Coast has access to beaches, bushwalks and various recreational activities across the region.An attractive relocation package and support for international visa requirements may be available for successful applicants.The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, and provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services through more than 300 sites.Tasmania offers a unique lifestyle. Working in Tasmanias public health system provides opportunities to build strong connections with colleagues and patients while contributing to the community.Details of appointment:Permanent, full time, day worker positions available, up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.*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: $123,717 to $130,900 per annum. Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.2 of 2022.Salary Packaging:You will have access to salary packaging with a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year, plus other benefits if eligible.Access to salaries beyond $130,900 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.In addition, the following allowances may be available:Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annumBenefits available to eligible candidates:Travel and relocation assistance up to $15,000 for overseas appointees, and up to $10,000 for interstate appointees.Professional development and accelerated pathways.A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.Fitness Passport access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for a weekly rate.More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here.Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.Satisfactory completion of an approved allied health professional qualification and registration with the relevant National Board (or eligible for membership with the relevant professional association).Current Working with Children Registration.Desirable criteria:Current Drivers Licence.A minimum of 3 years relevant experience.Postgraduate qualifications relevant to the role or working towards them.Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre-employment checks.Download the Statement of Duties and associated documents.We 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.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.Applications close on 12 November 2025, 11:55pm.For more information:Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the designated contact person for details about the vacancy.What it is like working at the Department of Health?Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values. We encourage applicants from diverse communities and backgrounds.We welcome applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.Further information about public health roles and impact can be found on our site. #J-18808-Ljbffr