Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - MH & Statewide Services
Applications must be submitted by Thursday 09 January, 2025 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3
Employment type:
Full Time
Region:
North
Location:
46 Cameron Street, Launceston
Provide quality Social Work services utilising evidence-based and best practice principles within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework.
As part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering high quality mental health services, the Social Worker:
* Provides quality Social Work service utilising evidence-based and best practice principles.
* Provides evidence-based assessments and therapeutic interventions to clients of a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team, and their families, in relation to mental health issues.
* Acts as a consultant to other Agencies regarding the support and management of clients with mental health needs.
The Role:
* Ensure the delivery of a comprehensive clinical service through assessment, case management, and individual therapies.
* Provide evidence-based assessment and treatment interventions for major and complex mental health problems.
* Engage with and provide advice to the CAMHS multidisciplinary team.
* Provide education and support to other Mental Health professionals on the assessment and management of child and adolescent mental health problems.
Details of appointment:
Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 13 June 2025.
$110,425 to $126,703 per annum + Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave, 20 days personal leave, and study assistance leave if eligible.
* Fitness Passport – access to fitness facilities across Tasmania.
Minimum Requirements:
* Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Australian Association of Social Workers.
* Eligible for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
* Current Working with Children Registration.
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on Essential requirements, Desirable requirements, and pre-employment checks.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the designated contact person.
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values at the Department of Health. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse communities.
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