Description

Working at the Roy Fagan Centre – A Career with Purpose

The Team:

Who we care:

The Roy Fagan Centre (RFC) is Tasmania’s statewide specialised inpatient mental health facility for older persons, and part of Older Person’s Mental Health Service (OPMHS). We provide compassionate, person-centred care to individuals experiencing acute mental ill health, neuropsychiatric symptoms of dementia, and complex psychiatric conditions. Our multidisciplinary team works across four purpose-built units, each designed to support dignity, safety, and therapeutic engagement.

What we do:

We deliver:

• Acute psychiatric care
• Dementia and neuropsychiatric treatment
• Geriatric rehabilitation
• Palliative and end-of-life care
• Rehabilitation and recovery-focused programs
• Support for families, carers, and community transitions

Our patients are older Tasmanians age 65+, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 50+, who require specialised mental health support. We also support individuals with young-onset neurodegenerative conditions.

Our Values and Culture:

At RFC, live by the One Health CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. We also embrace:

• Flexibility and inclusivity
• Transparency and teamwork
• Holistic and trauma-informed care
• Collaboration with families, carers, and community partners

We foster a welcoming, non-clinical environment where music, nature, and creativity are part of everyday life. Staff are encouraged to personalise spaces, build meaningful relationships, and support consumers with empathy and respect.

To further enrich our culture, we actively implement the My Home Life program—an evidence-based approach that promotes quality of life for people living and working in care settings. Through this program, we focus on:

• Enhancing positive communication between staff, consumers, and families
• Strengthening relational care and emotional connection
• Encouraging shared decision-making and reflective practice
• Creating a culture of kindness, dignity, and mutual respect

My Home Life helps us ensure that every interaction is meaningful, every voice is heard, and every person—staff or consumer—feels valued and supported.

Why work with us?

As a manager and team, we offer:

• A deeply supportive and inclusive workplace
• Structured supervision, mentoring, and professional development
• Opportunities to specialise in dementia care, trauma-informed practice, and aged mental health
• Access to professional development opportunities tailored to your role and interests, including training in dementia care, trauma-informed practice, and mental health support.
• A vibrant, multidisciplinary team culture
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of older Tasmanians

We value diversity, lived experience, and resilience. Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, support worker, administrator, or environmental services, your contribution matters.

What we look for:

We seek individuals who:

• Are compassionate, curious, and collaborative
• Value dignity, autonomy, and person-centred care
• Are committed to continuous learning and reflective practice
• Can work respectfully with families, carers, and diverse communities
• Hold relevant qualifications and registration (e.g., AHPRA, NMBA)

The Role:

As a Senior Physiotherapist at Roy Fagan Centre, you will provide professional leadership and direction evaluating physiotherapy performance at the Roy Fagan Centre, and interpreting policy relevant to the team
Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will support consumers to maintain mobility, function, independence and quality of life, while contributing to care planning, service development, staff supervision and quality improvement initiatives.
This is a unique opportunity to combine expertise in physiotherapy with the rewards of working in Tasmania's specialist statewide older persons mental health service. 

You will need:

• Experience in physiotherapy practice with an interest in older persons, dementia and mental health care, with sound knowledge of relevant contemporary physiotherapy practice including assessment, intervention techniques, literature, resources and equipment.
• Strong communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.
• A commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement and clinical leadership. 

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.

Details of appointment:

Permanent part time, day worker position, working 30.4 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:

$117,272 to $126,182 per annum (Pro rata). 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 2025

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 $123,487 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:

• 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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

Requirements

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia
• Registered with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Current Driver’s Licence
• Minimum 3 years post graduate experience in a relevant field of practice.

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.