Come be a part of the Child and Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS)!

CYMHS in Tasmanian is undergoing Reform with the exciting development and implementation of new teams working across the state to improve the mental health outcomes of young people and their support systems.

There are 2 positions available, one in the South based in Hobart and one in the North/Northwest. The sucessful applicant can be based in either the North or Northwest office but please note travel will be required between locations.   

The Role:

The Practice Improvement Practitioner is a new role with scope to work across a variety of existing CYMHS programs delivering high-quality practice development and education for CYMHS clinicians.  The role is part of a small unit based within the CYMHS Extended Programs, which include Out-of-Home Care Mental Health, Youth Forensic Mental Health, Youth Mental Health, and the community CYMHS teams.

In the role of  Practice Improvement Practitioner you will:

Provide specialist advice and planning in the development, implementation and evaluation of workforce education and training initiatives, within the Child and Youth Mental Health Service.

Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to meet the education needs of clinicians and collaborates as part of the broader CYMHS Education and Operational teams by supporting, leading and contributing to education programs and organisational initiatives across CYMHS.

  Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

For more information about our amazing state please click on and explore the following website: Brand Tasmania | Tasmanian

Details of appointment:

Permanent full time day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. 

*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: $123,717 to $134,336 per annum. Our 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:

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.

Allowances: 

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $130,900 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme 

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available: 

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• An attractive relocation package maybe available
• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• 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

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:

• Allied Health - Practice Improvement Practitioner - CYMHS HP04 (WORD)

Application Guide:  

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide (WORD)

For more information or to apply to the role please follow the link Tasmanian Government Jobs:

What it is like working at the Department of Health? 

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. 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.