This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities. Our ultimate goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

What we're offering

• We are a child-safe organisation, values-based organisation
• Work in a dynamic multi-disciplinary team
• Pathways to grow your career

About the Role

Under the broad direction of the Manager of Clinical Services, the occupant will provide leadership, guidance and coordination to facilitate the provision of specialised clinical services that enhance assessment, rehabilitation and reintegration for young people. The incumbent will ensure that all clinical training is facilitated in accordance with all relevant legislative and educational requirements and individual plans.

This position will directly be responsible for and lead the provision of comprehensive, continuing and coordinated clinical services aimed at the reintegration of young people in detention into the community.

Join a newly established team within the Office of the Chief Practitioner, created to drive excellence in practice. These new roles offer a unique opportunity to shape team culture and direction while contributing to better outcomes for children, young people, and families through high-quality, evidence-informed practice.

Period of Appointment

Ongoing - ASAP start date

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

Hours per fortnight

76 hours per fortnight

Essential Requirements

• Registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia; or

• Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia; or

• Tertiary qualification/program of study accredited by Speech Pathology Australia
• Eligible for membership with the Speech Pathology Australia

• Occupational Therapist:
• Psychologist:
• Speech Pathologist:

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)
• The applicant must meet one of the following essential requirements:
• The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1 Conviction checks in the following areas:

a) crimes of violence
b) sex related offences
c) serious drug offences
d) crimes involving dishonesty
e) serious traffic offences

2 Identification check
3 Disciplinary actions in previous employment check

Desirable Requirements

• Relevant clinical and/or professional experience directly applicable to the Youth Justice and/or Child Safety.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online can be found here:

Statement Of Duties (PDF)

Statement Of Duties (DOCX)

Information for Applicants (PDF)

How to apply

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

Applicants should include:

• a 1–2 page short form application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.

The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.

Applications should be made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email [email protected].

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name: Dr Kristen Webb
Title: Chief Allied Health Advisor
Phone: (03) 6165 8320
Email: [email protected]