At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and deliver trauma-informed mental health care for new parents and infants.
- Company: Department of Health Tasmania, a key player in community health services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, fitness access, and generous leave entitlements.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for career growth and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of families while enjoying Tasmania's stunning lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Allied health qualification and experience in perinatal mental health required.
The predicted salary is between 131122 - 138984 $ per year.
The role sits within the Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Service (PIMHS). PIMHS South is a community-based specialist/tertiary perinatal mental health service for women affected by, or at risk of significant mental health challenges related to pregnancy and the postnatal period (up to 12 months following birth). The multidisciplinary team offers assessment or secondary consultation, treatment or advice to consumers and the stakeholders engaged in their care.
The Role
- Acts as a role model and delivers comprehensive, developmentally appropriate, and trauma-informed biopsychosocial mental health assessments and therapies, and a range of evidenced-based psychological, creative and other therapies.
- Provides direct clinical leadership within a designated program area, region and or statewide stream.
- Provides direct clinical care for women affected by, or at risk of significant mental health challenges related to pregnancy and the postnatal period (up to 12 months following birth).
You will need
- Demonstrated knowledge, skill and expertise in providing clinical services within a Perinatal and Infant Mental health setting, including assessment and intervention with infants, parents and caregivers, and the parent-infant relationship.
- Ability to provide high-level clinical leadership, exercise professional judgement and initiative and to work under minimal supervision.
- Comprehensive knowledge of relevant, evidence-based approaches to perinatal and infant mental health, including attachment theory, infant development, parent-infant relationship assessment and dyadic interventions, together with experience working as a senior health professional in relevant clinical practice settings.
- Demonstrated experience delivering trauma-informed, attachment-informed and relationship-focused care to infants, parents, caregivers and families experiencing perinatal and infant mental health difficulties, ensuring positive outcomes for infant development, parental wellbeing, and family functioning.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across service systems, including maternity, neonatal, child health, mental health and community services, to support early identification, assessment and intervention for perinatal and infant mental health concerns.
Details of appointment
- Fixed term full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 30 May 2027.
- Salary $131,122 to $138,984 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
Eligibility
- Satisfactory completion of an approved allied health professional tertiary qualification/program of study and registered with the relevant National Board or, in the case of self-regulated allied health professions, full membership/eligible for membership with the relevant professional association.
- Current Working with Children Registration.
- Current Driver’s Licence.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience relevant to the role.
For more information, applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. The applications close on Monday, 10 August 2026 at 11:55pm.
Allied Health Professional - Lead Practitioner employer: Department of Health, Tasmania
The Tasmanian Department of Health is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. As part of the Correctional Primary Health Service Reform Program in Hobart, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful health reforms while enjoying comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a supportive team environment.
Contact Details:
Department of Health, Tasmania Recruitment Team
