Please note: Only current Department of Health, including Tasmanian Health Service employees, are eligible to apply.
This position is also being advertised as a Social Worker (512555d) and only one position will be filled on merit. Please note this position is eligible for a Multi Disciplinary Allowance.
Are you a dedicated and passionate Registered Nurse looking to make a significant impact in the field of forensic mental health? We are seeking talented individuals to join our multidisciplinary team in the Community Forensic Mental Health Service (CFMHS) for a fixed-term period of six months. As a Clinical Nurse Specialist/Case Manager, you will work collaboratively within a professional and experienced team, providing high-quality mental health care to complex forensic clients. You will be a clinical expert and a vital resource for nursing, medical, and allied health staff, ensuring that we deliver the best possible outcomes for our consumers and stakeholders.
The role:
The Clinical Nurse Specialist – Community Forensic Mental Health Services (CFMHS) works as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high quality forensic mental health services and in accordance with the Mental Health Services Strategic Plan, Mental Health Service principles, National Mental Health Standards, Agency policy, legal requirements and relevant professional competencies, the Clinical Nurse Specialist - (CFMHS) will:
- Be a clinical expert in the area of mental health nursing practice and act as a clinical resource for nursing, medical and allied health staff in the management of consumers with complex mental health needs.
- Provide specialist liaison and consultation about mental health matters and management of associated problems to Adult Community Mental Health Services, and Non-Government Agencies to ensure best possible outcomes for consumers and relevant stakeholders.
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 position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a period of six months.
Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 5
Location: Henty House, 1 Civic Square Launceston TAS
Salary: $106,570 - $112,440 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Please note that hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant
- Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023
*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 vacancies.
Allowances:
- Correctional allowance of 6.5%
Eligibility
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria
- Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and possess, or be working towards, specialist tertiary graduate or post graduate mental health/psychiatric nursing qualification; or completed prior to the transfer of nurse education to the tertiary sector, a hospital-based training program that resulted in previous registration as a psychiatric nurse by the relevant nurse registration authority within Australia, New Zealand or the United Kingdom
- Current Driver’s Licence
Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Previous experience in Forensic Mental Health Settings including Secure Forensic Inpatient Unit(s), Correctional Centres, or other Community Forensic Mental Health Services.
Statement of Duties and any associated documents
You are encouraged to speak with the contact person once you have familiarised yourself with the Statement of Duties and any associated documents. This will assist you to prepare an application more aligned with our specific needs.
Applicant Guide
How to Apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures 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 Function Statement.
Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties.
Please Note
- All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
- Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.
Contact Person
Name: Rebecca Carpentier
Position: A/ADON CFMHS & DHLS
Phone number: 0455 383 124
Email address: rebecca.carpentier@ths.tas.gov.au
The core purpose guiding the way in which we work across the Department of Health is to CARE for the health and wellbeing of all in Tasmania through our Values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. We are united by our shared purpose and model our CARE Values through our interactions with one another, our patients, our clients and the Tasmanian community.