Director of Nursing - Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services
- Australia, Tas
- Aug 22, 2024
About Tasmania Government
About the Tasmanian State Service
The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels, and within more than...
The Department of Health is seeking suitably qualified applicants for a Director of Nursing - Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (527492) vacancy. Please note this position is also being advertised as an Allied Health Director - Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (527492d) and only one position will be filled on merit.
Our Aim:
CYMHS Tasmania are seeking a Regional Director with extensive knowledge, expertise and experience of child and youth mental health service delivery and management. This position will be based in Hobart and is a Southern Tasmania-based role.
The Tasmanian Government are committed to action through the Tasmanian Mental Health Service Reforms with a whole raft of new initiatives in motion to change the shape and improve mental health service delivery. You too, can be part of this exciting work and help build new services and capacity in Tasmania to treat children and young people with severe and complex mental illness.
Through CAMHS Reform, clinical services in Tasmania are under development with many exciting professional, developmental and research opportunities available. This position provides operational and professional leadership across existing CAMHS programs and new programs that are being implemented. Our vision is to provide world class, innovative mental health care to support our children and young people live life to the fullest with the best possible health and social outcomes.
An attractive relocation package is available and support for international visa requirements for successful applicants.
The role will include:
- Provide clinical leadership and direction in the development, management and evaluation of all facets of the overall service, including strategic direction continually enhance the provision of safe and quality services which meet the needs of all key stakeholders
- Facilitate the development and maintenance of active partnerships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders to optimise overall sector integration and client outcomes within CAMHS
- Provide operational and clinical support to all managers and senior clinical staff across the Southern region, and hold a statewide portfolio based on clinical background
- Responsibility and accountability for strategic advice regarding the provision of child and adolescent mental health services, including professional issues and standards of care across Statewide CAMHS.
This position is advertised as Director of Nursing and Allied Health Director – only 1 position is available and will be filled based on merit. This recruitment process may be used to fill other positions.
Please refer to the Statement of Duties for more information about the role to assist in completing your application.
Details of Appointment
Permanent, full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight commencing as soon as possible.
*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applican t
- 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 and part time vacancies.
Salary: $ 139,948 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
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.
Payment of $15,000 staged over three years is available for Nurses and Midwives who move to Tasmania from interstate and remain employed full time for three years or more, on top of relocation allowance already available.
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 range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service Agreement) 2019
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse 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, an accredited hospital-based program that lead to registration as a psychiatric nurse by the relevant nurse regulatory authority within Australia, New Zealand, Canada or the United Kingdom
Current Working with Children Registration
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
Current Driver’s Licence
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
- Conviction checks in the following areas:
- crimes of violence
- sex related offences
- serious drug offences
- crimes involving dishonesty
- Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
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 outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Please note:
- We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
- 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.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.
Position: Nursing Director - Group Director - Child and Adolescent Mental
Phone: (03) 6777 4375
E-mail:
The email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly.
To update your email address (or contact number), log in to and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your details
The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.
About Tasmania Government
About the Tasmanian State Service
The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels, and within more than...
The Department of Health is seeking suitably qualified applicants for a Director of Nursing - Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (527492) vacancy. Please note this position is also being advertised as an Allied Health Director - Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (527492d) and only one position will be filled on merit.<\/p>
Our Aim: <\/strong><\/p>
CYMHS Tasmania are seeking a Regional Director with extensive knowledge, expertise and experience of child and youth mental health service delivery and management. This position will be based in Hobart and is a Southern Tasmania-based role.<\/strong><\/p>
The Tasmanian Government are committed to action through the Tasmanian Mental Health Service Reforms with a whole raft of new initiatives in motion to change the shape and improve mental health service delivery. You too, can be part of this exciting work and help build new services and capacity in Tasmania to treat children and young people with severe and complex mental illness.<\/p>
Through CAMHS Reform, clinical services in Tasmania are under development with many exciting professional, developmental and research opportunities available. This position provides operational and professional leadership across existing CAMHS programs and new programs that are being implemented. Our vision is to provide world class, innovative mental health care to support our children and young people live life to the fullest with the best possible health and social outcomes.<\/p>
An attractive relocation package is available and support for international visa requirements for successful applicants.<\/p>
The role will include:<\/strong><\/p>
Provide clinical leadership and direction in the development, management and evaluation of all facets of the overall service, including strategic direction continually enhance the provision of safe and quality services which meet the needs of all key stakeholders<\/li> Facilitate the development and maintenance of active partnerships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders to optimise overall sector integration and client outcomes within CAMHS<\/li> Provide operational and clinical support to all managers and senior clinical staff across the Southern region, and hold a statewide portfolio based on clinical background<\/li> Responsibility and accountability for strategic advice regarding the provision of child and adolescent mental health services, including professional issues and standards of care across Statewide CAMHS.<\/li> <\/ul> For more information about our amazing state please click on and explore the following website: Brand Tasmania | Tasmanian<\/a><\/p>
Note:<\/p>
This position is advertised as Director of Nursing and Allied Health Director \u2013 only 1 position is available and will be filled based on merit. This recruitment process may be used to fill other positions.<\/p>
Please refer to the Statement of Duties for more information about the role to assist in completing your application. <\/strong><\/p>
Details of Appointment<\/strong><\/p>
Permanent, full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight commencing as soon as possible. <\/p>
*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applican t<\/span><\/p>
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 and part time vacancies.<\/em><\/li> <\/ul> Salary:<\/strong> $<\/span> 139,948<\/span> <\/span>per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.<\/p>
You\u2019ll 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. <\/p>
Payment<\/span><\/span> <\/span>of $15,000 staged over three years is available for Nurses and Midwives who move to Tasmania from interstate and remain employed full time for three years or more, on top of relocation allowance already available.<\/p>
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:<\/p>
Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type <\/li> <\/ul> Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service Agreement) 2019<\/em><\/li> <\/ul> Eligibility:<\/strong><\/p>
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:<\/p>
Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse 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, an accredited hospital-based program that lead to registration as a psychiatric nurse by the relevant nurse regulatory authority within Australia, New Zealand, Canada or the United Kingdom<\/p> <\/li>
Current Working with Children Registration<\/p> <\/li> <\/ol>
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:<\/p>
Relevant post graduate qualifications<\/p> <\/li>
Current Driver\u2019s Licence<\/p> <\/li> <\/ol>
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre\u2011employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:<\/p>
Conviction checks in the following areas:<\/li> <\/ol> crimes of violence<\/li> sex related offences<\/li> serious drug offences<\/li> crimes involving dishonesty<\/li> <\/ol> Identification check<\/li> Disciplinary action in previous employment check.<\/li> <\/ol> How to Apply<\/strong><\/p>
Apply Online. Please click the \"Apply\" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered. <\/p>
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.<\/p>
Please note:<\/strong><\/p>
We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.<\/strong><\/li> All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.<\/li> Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.<\/li> <\/ul> Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents<\/strong><\/p>
We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.<\/p>
Statement of Duties<\/strong><\/p>
527492 Director of Nursing - Regional Director - Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services G8-3 (July 2023) CSU.pdf<\/a><\/li> 527492 Director of Nursing - Regional Director - Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services G8-3 (July 2023) CSU.docx<\/a><\/li> <\/ul> Applicant Guide<\/strong><\/p>
Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf<\/a><\/li> Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx<\/a><\/li> <\/ul> For more information, please contact<\/strong><\/p>
Sam Turnbull<\/p>
Position: Nursing Director - Group Director - Child and Adolescent Mental<\/p>
Phone: (03) 6777 4375<\/p>
E-mail: <\/p>
Important information<\/strong><\/p>
The email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly.<\/p>
To update your email address (or contact number), log in to and look for \u201cExisting applicant login\u201d where you can update your details<\/p>
The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.<\/em><\/p>"
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