Please note: Only current Department of Health, including Tasmanian Health Service employees, are eligible to apply.
The Role
Undertaking the statutory role of Chief Civil Psychiatrist and Chief Forensic Psychiatrist as provided for in the new Mental Health Act 2013.
Providing high level specialist advice in relation to mental health policy and clinical practice within the Department of Health (DoH), to the Minister, Secretary, Chief Executives - South and North/North West (CEs) and other Operating Units in relation to mental health policy, clinical practice and legislation that regulates mental health care and treatment and affects professional practice. This is with the aim of promoting continuous quality improvement and supporting the delivery of safe, effective and high quality integrated mental health care and treatment.
Leading a small team that supports the Chief Psychiatrist to fulfil those obligations.
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 from as soon as possible for a 12-month period.
Please note that hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant
Classification:
Salary $124,371 - $130,905 per annum (pro rata) + 11.5% superannuation
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
*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.
Eligibility
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Relevant tertiary qualification
Under particular circumstances employees may be required to undertake a new conviction check.
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 specifics of the role and selection criteria contained in the attached Statement of Duties.
A separate statement addressing each individual selection criteria is not required.
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: Dr Nicola Beamish
Position: Deputy Chief Psychiatrist
Phone number: (03) 6166 0778
Email address: nicky.beamish@ths.health.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.