Clinical Nurse Specialist - CAMHS *******d)
Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - MH & Statewide Services
Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 16 September, *******:55 PM
Award/Classification:
Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5
$109,767 to $115,813 per annum
Employment type:
Fixed-term, full time
Region:
South
Location:
***** Watchorn St
Ensure the delivery of a comprehensive clinical service through the provision of assessment, case management, evidence-based group intervention and individual therapies for clients and their families or carers.
Please note this position is also being advertised as an Allied Health Professional-CAMHS *******) and only one position will be filled on merit.
Please note this positionis eligible for a Multi-Disciplinary Allowance.
The Team
The Medicare Mental Health Kids Hub - Jordan River team is a multi-disciplinary, child and family-centred service supporting the mental health, wellbeing and development of children aged 0 to 12 years experiencing emotional, relational and behavioural challenges, and their families and carers. Operationally and clinically governed by Child and Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS), the team provides coordinated, evidence-based care, including assessment, therapeutic intervention, family support and access to specialist health professionals. Working collaboratively with families, communities and partner agencies, the team delivers timely, integrated support to improve outcomes for children and strengthen community mental health and wellbeing.
The Role
Ensure the delivery of a comprehensive clinical service through the provision of assessment, case management, evidence-based group intervention and individual therapies, including specialised therapies for clients and their families or carers.
Provide evidence-based assessment and treatment interventions for clients experiencing emergent mental health challenges, and parent/care-giver-child relationship difficulties.
Function as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team, including the provision of support and consultation to other team members as required.
You will need




Extensive experience in and demonstrated specialist level/clinical knowledge of mental health nursing in a clinical area directly applicable to the CAMHS area, including the ability to provide appropriate assessment of mental health problems.
Proven ability to provide a range of assessments and therapeutic interventions relevant to children and families accessing services and the ability to acquire further expertise in this area.
Experience and demonstrated knowledge and skills in relation to liaison and consultation with other services and agencies in the context of optimising effective and efficient service provision, advice and training and continuity of care.
Details of appointment
Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 30 June ****.
*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.
Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement ****.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type.
Benefits available to eligible candidates
Professional development and accelerated pathways.
A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Career development Support.
Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $***** per week per person, or $***** for a family.
Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities.



(Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act ****).
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria
Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse
Current Working with Children Registration
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience in an area relevant to the role
Postgraduate qualification or working towards a postgraduate qualification relevant to the role
Current Driver's Licence
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
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Agency:
Department of Health
Award:
Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5
$109,767 to $115,813 per annum
Employment type:
Fixed-term, full-time
Region:
South
Location:
***** Watchorn St
Ensure the delivery of a comprehensive clinical service through the provision of assessment, case management, evidence-based group intervention and individual therapies for clients and their families or carers.
Agency:
Department of Health
Award:
Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5
$109,767 to $115,813 per annum
Employment type:
Fixed-term, full-time
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