Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) - Perinatal Mental Health (520632L1)

Job Description

Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) - Perinatal Mental Health (520632L1) Department of HealthCommunity, Mental Health & WellbeingCMHW - MH & Statewide Services Applications must be submitted by Sunday 09 February, 2025 11:55 PM AEST Award/Classification: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 6 Employment type: Full Time Region: North Location: 52 Frankland St, Launceston Exciting opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Consultant to join the Department of Health! The Team: Join a dynamic team of health care professionals dedicated to contemporary, evidence-based practices. We are a growing team of high-achieving professionals passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of adults in the north of Tasmania. This Perinatal community team provides free and confidential specialist mental health assessment and treatment plans to support women who experience or are at risk of developing moderate to severe mental health symptoms up until the infant is 12 months of age (postnatal period). We offer face-to-face appointments at various locations including clinics, hospitals, community health centres, and at home. Telehealth appointments may also be available. We are a multidisciplinary team made up of perinatal specialists, including Consultant Psychiatrist, Registrar/Career Medical Officer, and Perinatal Mental Health Clinicians (Registered Nurses, Allied Health Professionals - Social Worker/Occupational Therapist). You will need: Demonstrated knowledge and experience within Mental Health Services, with an understanding of Perinatal and Infant Mental Health clinical practice. Knowledge of psychiatric disorders occurring in the perinatal period and appropriate treatments. Understanding of factors affecting an infant’s emotional, social, cognitive, and behavioural development. Details of appointment: Fixed term full-time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for approximately six (6) months. Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar vacancies for twelve months from the date of publication. Salary: $114,851 to $121,886 per annum, with an 11.5% superannuation contribution on top of this amount. In addition, the following allowances may be available: Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type. Salary Packaging: Access to salary packaging benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year. Benefits available to eligible candidates: 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. Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria: Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse. Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration. Desirable criteria: Experience in Adult or Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service or a Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Service. Further education in perinatal or infant mental health, or counselling. Current Driver’s Licence. Application Process: We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide before applying. Submit your application online by clicking the "Apply" button on this screen. For more information, contact the designated contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Working at the Department of Health: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are key values at the Department of Health. We encourage applicants from diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities. Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements. Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions. Submit your application including any additional documents as specified. #J-18808-Ljbffr