Clinical Nurse Specialist - CATT (504909L6)
Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - MH & Statewide Services
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 10 May, 2026 11:55 PM
Award/Classification:
Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5
$109,767 to $115,813 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, part‐time
Region:
North
Location:
52 Frankland St, Launceston
In this role, you will be a clinical expert who acts as a clinical resource for staff and other providers involved in the management of patients with mental health concerns, including those with concurrent alcohol or drug use issues.
Responsibilities
Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to a strong team approach through open communication and a positive supportive approach.
Interact effectively with patients/clients, families and other health team members to facilitate the provision of optimum patient/client care.
Contribute to the review and development of innovative procedures, policies and best practice related to patient/client care.
Qualifications
You will need:
* Demonstrated high‐level skills, knowledge and clinical expertise in the area of Mental Health nursing.
* Demonstrated advanced written and oral communication, liaison, interpersonal and counselling skills within a multidisciplinary team environment, including the ability to function confidently and negotiate recommendations for patient care across a wide range of stakeholder groups.
* Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and documentation, including the Mental Health Act, Right to Information Act, Work Health and Safety legislation, relevant statutory requirements and Agency policies and procedures.
Essential Criteria
* Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse and possess specialist tertiary graduate or post‐graduate mental health/psychiatric nursing qualifications; or completed, prior to the transfer of nurse education to the tertiary sector, an accredited hospital‐based program that led to registration as a psychiatric nurse by the relevant nurse regulatory authority within Australia, New Zealand, Canada or the United Kingdom.
* Current Driver's Licence.
Desirable Criteria
* Extensive relevant psychiatric nursing experience and/or credentialed as a Mental Health Nurse by the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses or equivalent.
* Holds, or is working towards, relevant tertiary qualifications.
* Five or more years' postgraduate clinical nursing experience.
Appointment Details
Permanent, part‐time, shift worker position, working 50 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. Hours are to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Salary
$109,767 to $115,813 per annum (pro‐rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary Packaging
You'll have access to a salary package and a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year, plus other benefits if eligible.
* Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type
Benefits
* Travel and relocation assistance support available 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.
* Carer Accredited Employer Status – support to employees with caring responsibilities (see Carer Recognition Act 2023).
Diversity and Equality
We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities. We value diversity and inclusion and provide support to employees with caring responsibilities.
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