Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) - Perinatal Mental Health (520632L1) Department of HealthCommunity, Mental Health & WellbeingCMHW - MH & Statewide ServicesApplications must be submitted by Sunday 09 February, :55 PM AEST Award/Classification: Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 6 Employment type: Full Time Region: North Location: 52 Frankland St, LauncestonExciting opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Consultant to join the Department of Health! The Team: Join a dynamic team of health care professionals committed to contemporary, evidence-based practices, professional support, and growth opportunities. Make a positive difference in the lives of adults in the north of Tasmania.This Perinatal community team provides a free and confidential specialist mental health assessment and treatment plan to support women who experience or are at risk of developing moderate to severe mental health symptoms up until the infant is 12 months of age (postnatal period).We offer face-to-face appointments at various locations including clinics, hospitals, community health centres, and at home. Telehealth appointments may also be available.We are a multidisciplinary team made up of a range of perinatal specialists, including Consultant Psychiatrist, Registrar/Career Medical Officer, and Perinatal Mental Health Clinicians (Registered Nurses, Allied Health Professionals - Social Worker/Occupational Therapist). You will need: Demonstrated knowledge and experience within Mental Health Services, with a focus on Perinatal and Infant Mental Health clinical practice.Understanding of psychiatric disorders occurring in the perinatal period and appropriate treatments.Knowledge of factors affecting an infant's emotional, social, cognitive, and behavioural development.Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Details of appointment: Fixed term full-time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for approximately six (6) months. Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.Applicants should note that this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar vacancies for a period of twelve months from the date of publication. Salary: $114,851 to $121,886 per annum, with an 11.5% superannuation contribution on top of this amount.Salary range in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023. Benefits available to eligible candidates: 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 for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration.Desirable criteria:Experience in Adult or Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service or a Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Service.Further education in perinatal or infant mental health, or counselling.Current Driver's Licence.Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre-employment checks. Application Process: We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process, and application guidance. Apply Online by clicking the "Apply" button on this screen.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 is not required. For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Working at the Department of Health: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are key values. We respect diversity and encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.Review the Statement of Duties.Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in the job vacancy notice.