Family Planning Tasmania in Glenorchy, Tasmania, Australia | Non-profit organisation

Family Planning Tasmania

Locality: Glenorchy, Tasmania, Australia

Phone: +61 3 6273 9117

Address: 421 Main Road 7010 Glenorchy, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.fpt.org.au

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25.01.2022 Our clinic at headspace Devonport officially launched this week and The Advocate newspaper covered the opening. This means better access to quality healthcare for the young people of Devonport. You can read about it here: https://www.theadvocate.com.au//bulk-billed-sexual-healt/... If you're aged 12-25 and live in Devonport, make an appointment by calling 6424 2144.

24.01.2022 At Family Planning Tasmania, we are committed to closing the continuing inequality gap in health care for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples through targeted support. This NAIDOC Week, we celebrate the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community here in Tasmania and acknowledge the long and rich history of the first nations peoples.

24.01.2022 FPT has an exciting position as Marketing and Communications Officer that reports to the CEO based out of our Glenorchy office. Use your excellent brand and marketing skills to drive market awareness about FPT services. Only applications addressing the selection criteria will be shortlisted for an interview. Applications should be sent to [email protected] by 5pm on Monday 28 September.... Find out more and read the position description here http://www.fpt.asn.au/about-us/employment/

22.01.2022 Today is World AIDS Day, a day to commemorate those who have lost their lives to AIDS, and to raise awareness. We all have a shared responsibility to educate ourselves on AIDS, and to get tested regularly. Fortunately, with the right medication, those living with AIDS can live a full and long life. UNAIDS's theme for World AIDS Day 2020 is Global Solidarity, Shared Responsibility. In our clinics, we offer STI screening services, including HIV testing. This World AIDS Day, s...hare the responsibility and book in for an STI screening. Call your local clinic on the number below to make an appointment. Hobart: 6273 9117 Launceston: 6343 4566 Burnie: 6431 7692 #GlobalSolidaritySharedResponsibility

22.01.2022 Happy Human Rights Day! Like the World Health Organization (WHO), we believe that sexual rights are human rights, and the two are inextricably linked. Sexual counselling is a helpful way to understand your sexuality, work through any issues and to make the most of this fundamental human right. We offer sexual counselling at all three of our clinic locations, so book an appointment with one of our doctors today. Book today: www.fpt.asn.au/clinics... #RecoverBetter #HumanRightsDay

22.01.2022 We're excited to be partnering with headspace Devonport to provide a bulk billed outreach clinic for young people aged 12-25. The fortnightly clinic will begin on 19th January. Call headspace on 6424 2144 now to make an appointment and make 2021 the year of self-care.

19.01.2022 It's National Cervical Cancer Awareness Week this week! Prioritising your health is important #selfcare. Book in today see one of our friendly staff and get keen to screen. Head to our website for more > http://www.fpt.asn.au/... #ACCF #timetocatchup #embracetheawkward

19.01.2022 Sexual and reproductive health is for everyone. Our sexual health needs start at birth and change throughout our lives. Here at Family Planning Tasmania, we address sexual health not only through our clinics, but also through education, advocacy and health promotion.... You can find out more about World Sexual Health Day here https://worldsexualhealth.net/orga/world-sexual-health-day/

17.01.2022 Chair and Board Opportunities For almost 50 years, not-for-profit organisation FPT, has played a critical role in the sexual and reproductive health and well-being of the Tasmanian community. We are a proud organisation that stands strongly for choice, we believe that every individual has the right to live free of discrimination, regardless of their age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, ethnic background, religion or disability. FPT pioneered the right to access ed...ucation and services for contraception in Tasmania; were a critical player in overcoming the outdated homosexuality laws in the late 1990’s and today we operate state-wide clinical services and education programs to improve our community’s health. As we enter a period of growth, brand expansion and business development we are seeking a new, strong leader to become our Chairperson along with new Directors. Our focus on community support extends to our Directors and we are proud to offer a development pathway which may include support for director professional development. For a confidential discussion please call Cedric on 0414 698 906. To access the position description and selection criteria see our website at http://www.fpt.asn.au/about-us/employment/. Please submit your expression of interest along with a CV to our CEO [email protected] by Monday COB 30.11.2020

14.01.2022 Family Planning Tasmania (FPT) delivers quality education and clinical services to all Tasmanians. FPT is a leading provider of Relationships and Sexuality Education within schools, service organisations and communities. FPT has a vacancy for an Education Manager. This exciting role will focus on education, training and health promotion outcomes in accordance with FPT strategic objectives and markets. Based at our Glenorchy office and reporting to the CEO, you will manage a ...team of education professionals across the state in delivering evidence based education programs to priority populations. For a confidential discussion call Cedric on 03 6169 2035 or email [email protected]. A copy of the position description and selection criteria can be accessed here www.fpt.asn.au. Only applications addressing the section criteria will be considered for shortlisting, and are to be sent to [email protected] by 5pm Monday 21st September 2020.

14.01.2022 While many of us think of self-care as chocolate, massages and bubble baths, in reality the most important thing you can do to make yourself happy is to care for your health. This Women’s Health Week, we suggest that self-care looks like: Booking in for that overdue cervical screening Getting a women’s health check up... Investigating those symptoms by getting an STI (sexually transmitted infections) test Reviewing your contraception options Asking questions about your body and health, or Making an appointment with one of our doctors. Show yourself some love and care this Women’s Health Week, and call the clinic closest to you to make an appointment. We have appointments available, so call today and we will arrange a time that suits. Burnie: 6431 6743 Launceston: 6343 4566 Glenorchy: 6273 9117 Find out more about Women’s Health Week at https://www.womenshealthweek.com.au/ #WomensHealthWeek

12.01.2022 Our new clinic room and refurbished Glenorchy premises was officially opened by the Health Minister, the Hon. Sarah Courtney MP this morning. Thanks to the Minister for opening the room and your ongoing support of our essential services. The Minister is pictured here with our CEO Cedric Manen. We have appointments available NOW in our new clinic room, visit our website TODAY to make an appointment. www.fpt.org.au

12.01.2022 Did you catch us on ABC Hobart radio this morning? Our CEO Cedric was featured on Mornings with Piia discussing our new fortnightly outreach clinic with @headspace Devonport. Our story goes from 12:10min- 17:14min. Listen here: https://www.abc.net.au//programs/mornings/mornings/13059598... Details about our clinic are below.

12.01.2022 Exciting news! Now you can take care of your sexual and reproductive health with bulk billing appointments at headspace Devonport. Services include contraception, STI checks, pregnancy testing, period problems and more. Make 2021 your year of #selfcare and book your appointment today by calling 6424 2144. ... Visit www.cornerstoneyouthservices.com.au/headspace-devonport/ for more info.

09.01.2022 Family Planning Tasmania's new logo, launched by Health Minister the Honorable Sarah Courtney is March 2021.

08.01.2022 A theme for this year's International Women's Day is ensuring women's sexual and reproductive freedom. UNWomen have called for guaranteeing women’s and girls’ ability to decide about their own bodies, sexuality and reproductive choices. We join them in this call. #ACTFOREQUAL

08.01.2022 Have you missed your Cervical Screening Test (CST) recently? CST is the test which has replaced the old Pap Smear. Many women were forced to delay their 5 yearly CST screen due to Covid19. If you were one of them, please get in touch and book your appointment. Cervical cancer is most likely to occur and go undetected in women who have never had a CST, or who are late for their CST. So it is important to have regular testing.... So if you are due or overdue for your check, we have appointments available. So call today and we will arrange a time that suits. Burnie: 6431 6743 Launceston: 6343 4566 Glenorchy: 6273 9117 Find out more about Women’s Health Week at https://www.womenshealthweek.com.au/ #WomensHealthWeek

08.01.2022 - Access and perception of General and Gynaecological Healthcare for Gender and/or Sexuality Diverse Individuals Assigned Female at Birth - Psychology researchers at the University of Tasmania (School of Psychological Sciences) would like invite people, aged 18 years or older, who were biologically assigned female at birth, and identify as gender and/or sexuality diverse to participate in research regarding access to general and gynaecological healthcare. We would like to he...ar from LGBTQ+ people who have accessed or are currently accessing general or gynaecological healthcare and from those who have not accessed general or gynaecological healthcare. The survey is available at https://tinyurl.com/healthcare-access This research has been approved by the University of Tasmania Human Research Ethics (Tasmania) Network Project ID: 23046.

07.01.2022 The Breastscreen Bus has landed close to our Glenorchy clinic, in front of the Glenorchy Council Chambers. If you’ll be in the area from 2 Nov- 18 Dec, make a screening appointment today. A few minutes of your time today can be an easy and free way to take care of your future health. #prevention #breastscreening To book, and for more info, visit http://www.ths.tas.gov.au//breastscreen_tasmania_mobile_un

06.01.2022 March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. Michelle O'Byrne MP gave this moving speech in the Tasmanian Parliament to raise awareness of the impacts of endometriosis. At Family Planning Tasmania, we can help you investigate and treat the causes of pelvic pain, such as endometriosis. The average time between the onset of symptoms and diagnosis for endometriosis is seven years. If you experience symptoms or pain, book an appointment at one of our clinics. You don't have to live ...in pain. Book today: https://fpt.org.au/clinics/appointments/

05.01.2022 Could you be the next Medical Director of Family Planning Tasmania? Or perhaps you know someone who'd be a good candidate? We are looking for an exceptional doctor with sexual and reproductive health experience and leadership skills to help guide our clinical practice and education. We'll provide flexible location and hours (up-to 10 per week), as well as a supportive environment and a team that's passionate about improving the sexual and reproductive health of Tasmanians, ...particularly those that are vulnerable. Find out more about the role: https://www.seek.com.au/job/50534874 For questions or a confidential discussion, please contact Clinical Services Manager, Jessica Willis: [email protected] or 6169 2042.

04.01.2022 We're recruiting for a part time Administration Officer based in Glenorchy! Find out more: https://www.seek.com.au/job/50398432

01.01.2022 It's #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek 2021! We are richer for having neurodiverse folk in our community. Neurodiverse folk, we celebrate you this and every week! #neurodiversity #ADHD #dyslexia #dyspraxia #autism