The Child Health and Parenting Service (CHaPS) is seeking a suitable Allied Health Professional to join our dynamic team, providing quality services for families of children under 5 based at the North West Parenting Centre in Tasmania.
The North West region encompasses Circular Head, West Coast, Devonport Surrounds, and King Island. It is a beautiful area with beaches, walking and mountain biking tracks, wineries, cafes, and restaurants.
Learn more about our team and services from our colleague: Sally Hayes | Little Tasmanian
Role Responsibilities:
* Providing therapeutic Psychological or Social Work services to families with children under 5 within a primary health care framework, adhering to CHaPS philosophy, agency policies, legal requirements, and professional codes of ethics (e.g., APS or AASW).
* Using evidence-based and best practice principles within a multidisciplinary, collaborative framework.
* Conducting assessments and delivering therapeutic interventions to clients and their families.
Appointment Details:
Permanent, part-time position, 38 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. Hours may be negotiated.
* The selection process may be used to fill subsequent or fixed-term vacancies for up to twelve months from the date of publication.
Salary: $110,425 - $121,907 pro rata per annum, plus employer superannuation (12%). Salary packaging options are available, including living expenses up to $9,010 and meal entertainment benefits.
* Access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications or application to the personal upgrade scheme.
* Salary is aligned with the Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022.
Additional allowances based on salary points may include:
* Professional Development Allowance up to $1,000 annually.
Candidate Benefits:
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
* Various leave entitlements, including study leave and professional development support.
* Fitness Passport access for you and your family to over 40 facilities across Tasmania for $13.95/week per person or $25.95 for a family.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must meet:
1. Completion of an approved allied health qualification and registration with the relevant National Board or professional association.
2. Current Working with Children Registration.
Registrations/licenses must be current and maintained throughout employment. It is the employee's responsibility to update the employer if their registration status changes.
Preferred criteria include:
3. Current Driver's Licence.
4. Experience in therapeutic counselling, working with children and families, or perinatal and infant mental health.
Pre-employment checks include:
5. Criminal history checks (violence, sex offences, drug offences, dishonesty).
6. Identification verification.
7. Disciplinary checks from previous employment.
Application Process:
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' button. Complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge related to the Statement of Duties.
Note:
* No separate statement addressing selection criteria is required.
* All attachments must be in Word or PDF format.
* Referee details should be included in the online application.
Download the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide for more information.
For inquiries, contact:
Alison Hillman
Nurse Unit Manager - CHAPS
Phone: 0419 344 763
Email: alison.hillman@ths.tas.gov.au
Working at the Department of Health emphasizes values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. We encourage diversity and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people with disabilities.
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