Department of Health Tasmania – Launceston TAS
The Child Health and Parenting Service (CHaPS) is seeking an Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) to join our dynamic team and deliver quality care to families with children under 5 in the Northern region of Tasmania.
The Team
CHaPS provides essential health and wellbeing services to children aged 0‑5, offering growth and developmental assessments, health‑focused early intervention, referrals, and connections with early childhood providers. The service supports families as they transition into parenthood, building confidence and strengthening parent‑child relationships.
The Role
* Work collaboratively with the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) and senior staff to deliver efficient, evidence‑based care within a multidisciplinary framework.
* Assist the NUM in staff and resource planning, provide operational leadership for day‑to‑day client‑facing activities, including appointment rescheduling and leave management.
* Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to promote client‑centred care.
* Serve as a role model and clinical resource, offering advice, supporting service development, and driving positive change.
Responsibilities
* Partner with the NUM to ensure high‑quality care delivery aligned with best practice principles.
* Coordinate day‑to‑day activities, manage staff schedules, and handle client appointment changes.
* Maintain open communication channels with stakeholders to enhance client care.
* Provide clinical guidance, support service innovation, and lead quality improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
* Completed Working with Children Registration.
* Demonstrated clinical experience in Child and Family Health, with ability to lead clinically and exercise professional judgment independently.
* High level of clinical knowledge to uphold standards and promote a client‑focused model of care.
* Experience contributing to service evaluation, innovation, and development.
* Desirable: postgraduate qualifications in nursing or related field.
Details of Appointment
Permanent part‑time position working 60.8 hours per fortnight, commencing April 2026. Hours are negotiable with the successful applicant.
Salary
Pro‑rata annual salary of $109,767 to $115,813, inclusive of a 12% superannuation contribution, aligned with the Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023. An optional Post‑Graduate Allowance of up to 10% may be available based on qualification type.
Benefits
* Travel and relocation assistance up to $10,000 for interstate appointees.
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* Paid leave entitlements, including study leave and professional development support.
* Fitness Passport: access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania ($14.50 per week per person, $28.05 for a family).
* Carer Accredited Employer Status, providing support to employees with caring responsibilities.
Essential Criteria
* Registered Nurse with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
* Current Working with Children Registration.
How to Apply
Apply online. Complete the 1‑2 page application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge related to the Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not required.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.
Contact
Alison Hillman
Nurse Unit Manager, CHaPS
**************@ths.tas.gov.au
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We strongly encourage applicants from key communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
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