About the Team
The Hospitals North West Social Work team provides comprehensive psychosocial care to patients, families and carers across the North West region of Tasmania. The team works across acute, sub‐acute and community settings, including maternity services, women's and children's services, medical, surgical, rehabilitation and emergency care.
Based primarily within the Women's and Children's Ward, this role works closely with a broad multidisciplinary team including medical, nursing, allied health and community service providers to deliver coordinated, person‐centred care. The team collaborates across sites and services and supports continuity of care for patients and families. The Social Work team is committed to high‐quality, culturally safe and inclusive practice, with a strong focus on child safety, wellbeing and advocacy for vulnerable people. Team members are supported through professional supervision, peer support and ongoing career development opportunities.
About the Role
As a Social Worker, you will contribute to the delivery of high‐quality social work services within Women's and Children's services, with flexibility to work across other clinical areas as required. This includes participation in an after‐hours on‐call roster. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide psychosocial assessment and intervention, collaborate with internal and external services, and support integrated care planning for patients and their families while contributing to service quality and continuous improvement.
Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Position Features
* Will be required to work on site, may be required to attend home visits and agency visits.
* Travel between the North West Regional Hospital, Mersey Community Hospital and other areas may be required.
* Participation in an after‐hours on‐call Social Work Service will be required.
Employment type: Permanent, full time day worker (on call) position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing ASAP. Hours are negotiable with the successful applicant. 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.
Salary
Salary range: $73,834 to $111,364 per annum, plus 12% superannuation contribution. Salary is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022.
Salary packaging: Access to benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Allowances: Professional Development Allowance up to $1,000 per annum (based on salaried incremental point).
Benefits
* Travel and relocation assistance support up to $15,000 for overseas appointees and up to $10,000 for interstate appointees.
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – you and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
Eligibility
* Tertiary qualification or program of study approved by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
* Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Overseas qualified candidates require a "certification of eligibility" letter from the AASW confirming membership.
* Full member of Australian Association of Social Workers.
* Current Working with Children Registration.
Desirable criteria:
* Current Driver's Licence.
Additionally, where regulatory requirements exist, NDIS Q&S Commission Provider Registration requirements may apply.
Application Process
How to apply: Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on the vacancy 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: If you require further details, contact Barbara Batten, Manager Social Work, email .
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents: Review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide prior to applying for an overview of duties, program, selection process, and application guidance.
Statement of Duties: 531831, 534719, 534720, 534721, 534722 Social Worker HP1‐2 (FEB 2026) 0003.docx
Application Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx
Life in Tasmania
Tasmania offers natural beauty and a relaxed lifestyle. Working in North West Tasmania provides career opportunities without the big‐city stress, short commutes, friendly communities, and nearby coast or bush. It is an attractive place for those moving from interstate or overseas to settle into.
Work Environment
The Department of Health values compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence. The Department has achieved "Carer Accredited Employer Status", supporting employees with caring responsibilities. The Department respects diversity, encouraging applicants from key communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
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