Registered Nurse - Alcohol & Other Drug )
Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - MH & Statewide Services
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 07 December, :55 PM
Sunday 7 December, :55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 3-4
Employment type:
Fixed-term, part time
Region:
South
Location:
Clive Hamilton Building
Are you a nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of Tasmanians? The Tasmanian Department of Health is seeking a passionate and skilled clinician to join our specialist Alcohol and Drug Service. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to individuals affected by alcohol and other drug use. Be part of a supportive and dynamic service committed to improving health outcomes across the Tasmanian community.
The Team
Are you a nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of Tasmanians? The Tasmanian Department of Health is seeking a passionate and skilled clinician to join our specialist Alcohol and Drug Service. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to individuals affected by alcohol and other drug use. Be part of a supportive and dynamic service committed to improving health outcomes across the Tasmanian community.
The Role
As a key member of the Alcohol and Drug Service Community Team, you will provide evidence-based assessment, case management, and individual outpatient counselling to people impacted by alcohol and other drug use. You will work with a diverse client group, often presenting with a range of complex health and psychosocial needs. Operating within a trauma informed and harm minimisation focused framework, you will contribute to multidisciplinary care planning, deliver targeted health interventions, and support ongoing quality improvement within the service.
What You’ll Do
Deliver evidence‑based treatment services in line with Government legislation, regulations, and ADS policies.
Provide comprehensive clinical assessments, case management, and tailored treatment plans for clients and their families/carers.
Support people with complex needs, including co‑existing alcohol, drug, and mental health issues, using discipline‑specific expertise.
Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and act as a consultant to other agencies.
Promote community awareness and education around alcohol and other drug issues.
You will need
- Knowledge of evidence based practice used in the treatment and prevention of alcohol and other drug dependence, including alcohol and other drug assessment, the harm minimisation framework, interventions and prevention activities.
- Knowledge of assessments and therapeutic interventions with individuals and their families affected by alcohol and/or other drug use.
- Experience and knowledge of liaison and consultation with other services and agencies.
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
Fixed term, part time, day worker position, working 60.8hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 6 November 2026.
*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.
$78,179 to $105,995 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.
Access to the Grade 4 salary range $99,455- $105,995 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4
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
- Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
- 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.
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
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Completed or working towards post graduate qualifications in AOD
- 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.
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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.
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!
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.
- 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 in each individual job vacancy notice.
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