The Department of Health is seeking suitably qualified applicants for a Clinical Nurse Specialist - CATT (504909L7) vacancy.
Please note this position is also being advertised as a Senior Allied Health Professional (504909dL7) and only one position will be filled on merit.
Do you want to be a part of a dynamic team of psychologists and health care professionals? We are offering an exciting and rewarding opportunity to be part of a workplace that supports contemporary, evidence-based practices, professional support and opportunities for growth. We are a growing team of high achieving professionals, who are passionate and committed to our work and the community. Come join our team and apply your skills and knowledge in making a positive difference to the lives of adults in the north of Tasmania.
Work within the designated region in collaboration with other staff within Community Mental Health
Services, Inpatient Mental Health Services, Alcohol and Drug Services and a range of community service
providers, to deliver improved outcomes and experiences for individuals presenting with mental health
concerns, including those presenting to the Emergency Department (ED) North and North West.
Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, assertive case management including triage, crisis intervention, intake and assessment and the development and implementation of care plans for designated clients in both the community and the ED.
A clinical expert who acts as a clinical resource for staff and other providers involved in the management of
people with mental health concerns, including those with concurrent alcohol or drug use issues.
Fixed term full time shift worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, as soon as able to commence for a period of six months.
*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.
$109,767 to $115,813 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
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.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
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.
Statement of Duties:
Generic Clinical Nurse Specialist - CATT G5
Application Guide:
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.
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Jacqueline Brown
67774985
jac.brown@ths.tas.gov.au
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