Home Maintenance Officer - Casual Relief (506770) Department of HealthHospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals SthHospitals Sth - SAA&CSApplications must be submitted by Monday 12 May, :55 PMMonday 12 May, :55 PM AEST Award/Classification: Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Health Services Officers, Level 4 Employment type: Casual Region: South Location: The Home Maintenance Officer, based in New Town, Hobart will carry out general non-trade home maintenance and gardening procedures. You will have access to salary packaging, fitness passport and professional development.The Role:Within a Primary Health Care framework and in accordance with Agency policies and legal requirements, assist other health care staff in the provision of personal care and mobility duties for the frail, aged and the younger disabled including lifting and transferring clients.Carry out a wide range of non-trade maintenance and gardening services for home-based clients referred to Home Maintenance Services.Work as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team maintaining close liaison with Community Nursing, Allied Health Services and Home Care South.Demonstrated competence and experience in the execution of general non-trade home maintenance and gardening procedures including minor modifications and the operation of appropriate machinery.Understanding of building regulations in relation to minor home maintenance issues and safe work practices and their practical application to maintenance services.Knowledge of personal and practical care services for the aged and the younger disabled, together with understanding of the confidentiality and rights of clients.The Team:Work in a dynamic, fast paced, well equipped unitWorking in a highly rewarding role!Work as a member of a vibrant and innovative teamBe part of a dynamic, fast paced, supported team.Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.Details of appointment:Multiple, fixed term, casual, position workingas and when required, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 12 months. 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.$62,486 to $65,119 pro rata per annum + our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.Plus 25% of Casual loading - Equivalent of $39.37 to $41.03Salary range is in accordance withPublic Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022Salary 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.Benefits available to eligible candidates:Professional development and accelerated pathways.Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.Current Driver's LicenceApplicants should note the position features:Positions are located at St Johns Park and other community health centres in the southern area. See Position advertisement for specific location.The Home Maintenance Officers are regularly required to travel across southern Tasmania.Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsWe encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.You will be prompted to complete a 1-2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.For more information:Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.What it is like working at the Department of Health?Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.