Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Hospitals North - Allied Health North
Applications must be submitted by Thursday 20 February, 2025 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3
$110,425 to $121,907 per annum
Employment type:
Full Time
Region:
North
Location:
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
Seeking a Senior Social Worker to plan, provide and evaluate specialist social work services to critical areas in the acute care setting.
The Team:
* We are a growing trauma informed practice team that celebrates diversity and works to enhance holistic health outcomes for our patients.
* We work across all areas of the hospital, to assess, resource, counsel and support our patients in their journey to self-management and recovery from illness, injury and/or chronic disease.
* We support and foster a growth mindset in our team and are proud members of the LGH movement that values ways of working that are Compassionate, Accountable, Respectful and focused on Excellence Together.
The Role:
* Plan, provide, evaluate and operationalise trauma informed social work practice for client groups with complex needs across specialist inpatient and outpatient settings around the hospital.
* Mentor and supervise social work staff and students based on discipline specific best practice, in alignment with THS North's organisational priorities and goals.
* Engage in clinical case reviews, group clinical reasoning sessions and actively participate in seniors' meetings to progress our priorities and goals.
* Undertake a significant role in seniors' meetings to plan, develop and review policies and guidelines and functions of the Department of Social Work.
* Actively participate in and contribute to the organisations Quality and Safety and Work Health and Safety processes, including the development and implementation of safety systems, improvement initiatives, safeguarding practices for vulnerable people and related trainings.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania:
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment:
Permanent part time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing 3 March 2025. *notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Position Features:
* Frequent travel within Northern Tasmania
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.
Salary:
$110,425 to $121,907 pro rata per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
* Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
Salary 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.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
* Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
* Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
* 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 just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
Essential Criteria:
* Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
* Eligible for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
* Overseas qualified Social Work candidates require a positive skill assessment “certification of eligibility” letter from the AASW to confirm their eligibility for membership to the AASW
* Overseas qualified students and migrants must prove their English language proficiency as per AASW requirements and pass the IELTS (International English language Testing System) test.
* Or where regulatory requirements exist, NDIS Q&S Commission Provider Registration Requirements
* Full member of Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
* Current Working with Children Registration
Desirable Criteria:
* Postgraduate, or progression toward postgraduate qualifications relevant to the position
* Current Driver’s Licence
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
How to Apply:
We 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.
Working at the Department of Health:
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence 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.
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