About the Team
Come be part of the Child and Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS)! CYMHS is in a period of significant growth that is increasing access to mental health care for Tasmanians.
The Role
The Allied Health Professional – Neurodevelopmental Assessment and Management Clinician (Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologist) works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment, undertaking a variety of evidence‐based assessments across multiple CYMHS program areas. The role works closely with stakeholders, including consumers and their care teams, to understand presenting issues and develop and deliver appropriate treatment options. The role may also work with other mental health professionals, service providers, or other partners on research projects and quality improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
Undertake assessments and case management for children and adolescents with significant mental health challenges, provide evidence‐based interventions, liaise with other services and agencies, and contribute to research and quality improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
* Two years post registration supervised experience in a clinical area directly applicable to Child and Youth Mental Health Services, with demonstrated experience and skill in providing assessment and case management to children and adolescents with significant mental health challenges.
* Demonstrated knowledge, experience and skill in either contemporary Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology practice with children and adolescents, including evidence‐based assessments and therapeutic interventions.
* High level interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills, including demonstrated experience liaising effectively with other services and agencies in the context of providing specialised mental health assessment, advice and training.
Desirable Qualifications
* Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience in an area relevant to the role.
* Postgraduate qualification or working towards a postgraduate qualification relevant to the role.
* Certified practising member of SPA.
* Current Driver's Licence.
Details of Appointment
Permanent part‐time day worker position, working 30 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. The role could be based in North or Northwest Tasmania.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary: $117,272 to $126,182 per annum (pro rata). Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022.
Salary packaging includes living expenses up to $9,010 plus $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year, and other benefits if eligible.
Allowances: Access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application; Professional Development Allowance of up to $1,000 per annum.
Benefits available to eligible candidates include:
* Travel and relocation assistance support up to $15,000 for eligible overseas appointees and up to $10,000 for interstate appointees.
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania.
Eligibility
* Registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia, or
* Tertiary qualification/program of study accredited by Speech Pathology Australia and eligibility for membership of the Speech Pathology Association (SPA).
* Full member of Speech Pathology Australia.
* Current Working with Children Registration.
Respecting Diversity
Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything the Department of Health does. 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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr