Allied Health Professional - HITH (Acute Mental Health) Job Title: Allied Health Professional Level 3 - Acute Care Team (Mental Health) Location: South Tasmania Salary: Competitive, aligned with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement Why Join Us? Community-Based Acute Mental Health Care Setting Work with a Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Team Flexible Working Hours and Supportive Environment About the Role & Client We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Allied Health Professional to join the Acute Care Team (Mental Health) in South Tasmania. This position involves delivering hospital-level care in community settings as part of a highly skilled, interdisciplinary team. The service operates seven days a week from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM, ensuring responsive and person-centered care. You'll provide specialized, trauma-informed support to adults in crisis, working collaboratively with medical, nursing, and pharmacy staff to deliver holistic treatment plans. Suitable Allied Health Professionals: Social Workers Occupational Therapists Other suitably qualified and registered Allied Health Practitioners Key Responsibilities Provide assertive, community-based mental health care, including assessments, risk management, and individualized therapeutic interventions. Engage actively with patients, families, and carers, using recovery-oriented and trauma-informed practices. Collaborate with team members to facilitate safe discharge and continuity of care, coordinating with general practitioners and community service providers. Deliver evidence-based therapies and interventions directly in the consumer's home or community facilities. Contribute to ongoing quality improvement initiatives, clinical documentation, and professional development activities. Skills & Requirements Qualifications: Approved allied health degree and relevant registration with a National Board, or full membership/eligibility with a professional association for self-regulated professions. Experience: Minimum of two years post-graduate experience in a clinical mental health setting, with demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic interventions. Essential Checks: Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration and other pre-employment checks. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to function effectively in a multidisciplinary environment. Established relationships with local service providers to enhance community mental health support. How to Apply Submit your application to Emma Leck at ******, or contact 02 9067 4*** for more details. #J-18808-Ljbffr