The Team:
This role is based in Ulverstone in the NW of the state. The team is a multidisciplinary team consisting of Medical Officers, Nurses, Social Workers and consultation processes with Lived experience advocates. We work closely with the states Alcohol and/or Other Drugs (AOD) offices in Launceston and Hobart, delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.
We provide advice and support to other agencies, consumers, families and friends. We are a voluntary organisation that bases care on harm minimisation principles.
The Role:
The position requires a registered nurse with significant Alcohol and Drug experience and a working knowledge of Pharmacotherapy. As part of the multidisciplinary team the position will provide high quality alcohol and drug services as per the agencies policies and procedures, legal requirements and professional competencies. Including consultation, education and treatment options for those with substance addiction particularly Opioid Dependency. The is an expectation of travel to provide outreach services, consultation and for education. There is oversight of the Pharmacotherapy team with direction and support from the team leader.
You will need:
* Extensive experience as a registered nurse with demonstrated clinical expertise in the contemporary treatment of complex clients, around substance use and/or mental health within a multidisciplinary team, including an understanding of opioid pharmacotherapy.
* Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary 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.
* Demonstrated well developed leadership, communication, consultation, negotiation and conflict resolution skills. This includes the ability to develop comprehensive oral and written reports.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Permanent, full time, day worker, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 28th September 2025
* 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: $114,851 to $121,886 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
* Multi-disciplinary allowance maybe applied
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.
* 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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
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:
* Minimum of 5 years full time equivalent post graduate experience in the area of specialist Alcohol and Drug services. Holds or is working towards tertiary qualification in the Alcohol and/or Other Drugs (AOD) field Holds or working toward tertiary qualification in the Mental Health field
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:
* 532204 CNC - ADS G6 (July 2025).docx
Application Guide:
* Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx
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.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Wendy Edwards
Director of Nursing - Alcohol and Drug Service North/Northwest
* 6464 3131
wendy.edwards@ths.tas.gov.au
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