Position details at Tasmanian Government

, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

115813.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Specialist Mental Health Assessment, Clinical Mental Health Assessment, Court Liaison, Report Writing, Interagency Liaison, Case Management, Forensic Setting Experience, Mental Health Act Certification, Workload Organization, Priority Setting, Multidisciplinary Teamwork, Psychological Assessment, Statutory Requirements Compliance

Industry

Government Administration

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/384/ProviderAsset/scribble/b9bd709f-399a-453a-ad24-715473714565.png] Please note this position is also being advertised as an Allied Health Professional -Court Liaison Officer (600610) and only one position will be filled on merit. Please note this position is eligible for a Multi-Disciplinary Allowance. The Team: Community Forensic Mental Health is seeking expressions of interest from employees interested in working as a Court Liaison Officer across the Burnie and Devonport Magistrates courts. This is an excellent opportunity to undertake work within the Forensic Mental Health Service to deliver specialist mental health assessment and consultation to Magistrates, Solicitors, Police, and Community Corrections staff. The successful applicant can be based out of the CFMHS Launceston office however travel will be required to attend court in Burnie and Devonport in person as required. The Role: * Provide specialist clinical mental health assessment to those persons identified within the Justice system as having or who may have a mental health problem. * Provide high-level written reports to the Courts. * Liaise with other government and non-government agencies to formulate appropriate interventions that are acceptable to the Court and the client. * Ensure referral and relevant information is relayed promptly to Agencies involved with ongoing care of people with mental health problems involved with the criminal justice system. You will need: * Demonstrated specialist knowledge and understanding of mental health disorders and the needs of individuals experiencing psychological and emotional problems. * Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience working in a forensic setting or ability to acquire the same and obtain certification as a Mental Health Officer under the Mental Health Act and other current statutory requirements. * Demonstrated ability to organise and manage workload, set priorities and work without close supervision as a member of the multidisciplinary team. 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, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as possible for a period of 12 months. *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 vacancies. Classification: Salary $109,767 - $115,813 per annum + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging * Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Agreement 2023 Allowances: 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 Correctional Allowances: * 6.5% Correctional Allowance 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). Eligibility Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria: Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and possess 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 Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: * Current Driver’s Licence Under particular circumstances employees may be required to undertake a new conviction 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: * CNS - Court Liaison Officer G5 [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtwi3oeKQCJ4A8kmSLN3RcgR__FhwMaPMRezxZjEe1X9qsV_wYAt2vcmzmhcxPV1e-WUaX6WVGjICpxKnfvB7EPbq8cs9tsRgGM7zYs7_jTKT5QzsVA7TtDG4CKXKrqEN1hfh9n1w1j0ItwDbMgK0dWQ%7e%7e] Applicant Guide * Department of Health - Applicant Guide [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtVnAVryu3D9G99c0fe4ls-I_-0II3HkB0cf6o9gAcD6-a23mSYAoUqhNlmxob8VwzsddrSPPl9TMYu2FFmL57OSpa99mQ7Onnb2mQfBTDI9WALM2GXuhqp5B_D5l7Li2s91VQy2JJcBCUNRO0orFG2w%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. Contact Person Name: Rebecca Carpentier Position: A/ADON CFMHS & DHLS Phone number: 0455 383 124 Email address: rebecca.carpentier@ths.tas.gov.au [rebecca.carpentier@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! Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle [https://makeittasmania.com.au/] 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

The role involves providing specialist clinical mental health assessments to individuals within the Justice system and delivering high-level written reports to the Courts. Responsibilities also include liaising with various agencies to formulate appropriate interventions for clients involved with the criminal justice system.