Position details at Tasmanian Government

, Trentino – Alto Adige/Südtirol, Italy -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Oct, 26

Salary

115813.0

Posted On

09 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Discharge Planning, Mental Health Care, Risk Assessment, Brief Psychological Interventions, Management Planning, Recovery Principles, Multidisciplinary Teamwork, Change Management, Patient Flow Coordination, Clinical Nursing

Industry

Government Administration

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/384/ProviderAsset/scribble/1782bb5a-cbe4-4490-9493-76b13880ae12.png] THE TEAM Join our Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing team as a Clinical Nurse Specialist with a focus on Discharge Planning, based at the Millbrook Rise Centre. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in improving the quality of life for our Mental Health Consumers and successfully setting them up in the community to live long-term. Millbrook Rise Centre is a 27-bed mental health subacute inpatient facility; we are a consumer-centred service with a focus on rehabilitation and recovery located in the beautiful Derwent Valley. We work closely with various services within not only Statewide Mental Health Services (SMHS) but also with the wider community services such as NDIS providers. We are a collaborative team that works with our consumers, their friends and families in their individualised recovery journey. We have a constantly developing activities and therapeutic groups program and we welcome new staff and new ideas to contribute to the activities program at the site. THE ROLE The Clinical Nurse Specialist - Discharge Planning will undertake the coordination of quality discharge planning for patients with severe and enduring complex mental health needs, developing change management strategies to facilitate timely access and streamlined patient flow. YOU WILL NEED * Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality mental health care in an acute inpatient mental health setting with a particular focus on discharge planning assessments, risk assessments, brief psychological interventions and developing management plans. * Extensive demonstrated experience working in an inpatient mental health setting in an autonomous role and as part of a multidisciplinary team. * Demonstrated knowledge of the psychological and healthcare needs of individuals, including the understanding of recovery principles, policies and procedures, and associated legislation which impact upon inpatient and community based settings. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. WHY TASMANIA The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites. Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work. DETAILS OF APPOINTMENT Permanent part time, day worker position, working 60 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. *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. SALARY $109,767 to $115,813 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. * Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023. 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 SALARY PACKAGING 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. BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES * Professional development and accelerated pathways. * A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support. * Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 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 2023). More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here [https://www.health.tas.gov.au/careers/employee-benefits] ELIGIBILITY Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria * Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: * Holds, or is working towards, relevant postgraduate qualifications in Mental Health * Current Driver’s Licence Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check. DOWNLOAD THE STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND ANY ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS 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 CNS - Discharge Planning G5 (May 2025).docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtCwqbyna4u8buhbH0uY7mpbrxM5CvjeXtCv3nALzf7tXtnW4U-KBAD9iRTYr5FrQ7BDWOPEWIfs6xNl2PQkE3F__OjS50kG5pNx3wZkoWNSrfoPgMcU-aKU3h3YA553DKsibnx0pSkHDrhJPf5hAMdg%7e%7e] Application Guide: * Applicant Guide.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtQCJxIMAQDjQjP0EmN1xW3jtMvo6gBuJ6vKwkoIosOmZ31VtPfzfJBEhreMo2SxDNitTJFfL7S8z46Lkz_TzxTtE2JalHdAUF4mKXtKSRfIGv2r0cwS7yomnFiP7LkjPeGRXXLwrIhsknFDsbbDZyEQ%7e%7e] HOW TO APPLY: 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. *applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role FOR MORE INFORMATION: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Kate Rowbottom Nurse Unit Manager 0408 364 250 kate.rowbottom@ths.tas.gov.au [kate.rowbottom@ths.tas.gov.au] WHAT IT IS LIKE WORKING AT THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Move to Tasmania | Tasmanian [https://tasmanian.com.au/live/move-to-tasmania/] One Health Podcast - Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1exxefRfdL4bmGiKhalgvw] One Health Podcast - Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-health-podcast/id1737709275] Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian [https://tasmanian.com.au/health/] 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 2023). Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Coordinate quality discharge planning for patients with complex mental health needs to facilitate timely access and streamlined patient flow. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and community services to support consumers in their recovery journey.