The Team
We are a vibrant multidisciplinary team (MDT) that includes lived experience workers, nurses, psychologists, social workers and psychiatrists working at the Glenorchy Community Mental Health Continuing Care Team.
* This is an opportunity to work at Glenorchy Community Mental Health Continuing Care Team.
* We are a vibrant MDT including lived experience workers, nurses, psychologists, social workers and psychiatrists.
* Great professional development opportunities.
The Role
* Provide face‐to‐face and telephone reception service for Mental Health Service clients.
* Ensure sensitive and confidential handling of all enquiries and that information is provided to the correct clinician in a timely manner.
* Undertake general administrative and clerical duties as required by senior staff and other clinicians within the Team.
You will need
* Ability to exercise initiative, judgement and confidentiality to work effectively both individually and as a member of a multidisciplinary team within an environment subject to work pressure and change.
* Knowledge and experience of office administration practices including competent keyboard skills and the ability to undertake administrative duties using office automation systems within a Microsoft Office environment.
* General knowledge of financial administration processes within the public sector.
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 30.4 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.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.
Salary
$66,049 to $70,993 per annum (pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.
Salary Packaging
You'll have access to a salary package and 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.
* 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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here.
Eligibility
Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre‐employment checks.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
* Statement of Duties: Administrative Assistant (SMHS) Band 2
* Application Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide
How to apply
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
Name: Jennifer TomneyPosition: Senior Social WorkerPhone number: 03 6166 6242Email address: jennifer.tomney@ths.tas.gov.au
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!
Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyleOne Health Podcast - SpotifyOne Health Podcast - AppleTasmanian Health Careers | TasmanianDepartment of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything 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.
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