The role:

As a member of the Social Work Services team, assist Social Workers with the delivery of services to clients/patients and their families.

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

Repatriation centre, Roy Fagan Centre, RHH main campus, community health centres

Work across a multi-disciplinary work environment
Be part of a dynamic, fast paced, supported team
Opportunity to work with a varied patient cohort

As a member of the Social Work Services team, assist Social Workers with the delivery of services to clients/patients and their families.

Details of Appointment

Multiple permanent, part time or full time day worker positions working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

notwithstanding hours may 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 fixed term full time, part time and casual vacancies.

Salary: $65,236 - $68,925 (pro-rata) per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

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.

Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Eligibility:

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

Knowledge and understanding of health and community-based resources

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent qualification
Experience in direct client/patient work in a health or human services setting

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:

Conviction checks in the following areas:
crimes of violence
sex related offences
serious drug offences
crimes involving dishonesty
Identification check
Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

How To Apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note:

We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties

Social Work Assistant HSO5.pdf
Social Work Assistant HSO5.docx

Applicant Guide

Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf
Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx

For more information, please contact

Louella Tria

Team Lead Social Work

6166 7313

louella.tria@ths.tas.gov.au

Important information

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To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your details

The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.

The core purpose guiding the way in which we work across the Department of Health is to CARE for the health and wellbeing of all in Tasmania through our Values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. We are united by our shared purpose and model our CARE Values through our interactions with one another, our patients, our clients and the Tasmanian community.

Department of Health, Tasmania

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