Senior Community Health Social Worker (504758)
Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Primary Health North
Applications must be submitted by Friday 22 November, 2024 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3
Salary: $106,966 to $123,013 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Part Time
Region:
North
This role is responsible for providing professional Social Work assessment, care-planning, and intervention to both clients in the community and inpatients in a District Hospital setting.
The Role:
The Senior Community Health Social Worker is responsible for providing evidence-based Social Work services to individuals and communities with the aim of helping people build the capacity to self-manage and self-regulate their own health.
You will need:
* Extensive Social Work experience, including demonstrated skills in psychosocial assessment, care planning and working 1:1 with individuals in a therapeutic setting.
* A demonstrated understanding of Social Work in Health frameworks, with knowledge of both Acute and Community Health Social Work principles.
* This position will be based in Launceston but required to provide Outreach to the Scottsdale Community Health Social Work service for 1 day per week. A current driver's license and a demonstrated ability to work autonomously in regional or rural areas is essential.
Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
The Team:
The Community Health Social Work team operates as part of the Primary Health North service in the Department of Health. We work in multidisciplinary teams in Community Health Centres and District Hospitals across Northern Tasmania, including two sites in Launceston.
Community Health Social Workers provide private and confidential counselling and support to people over 18 years, as well as facilitate group education and wellbeing programs. The Community Health Social Work team actively contribute to community development and health promotion activities.
Why Tasmania:
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 while making a significant impact on the community.
Details of appointment:
Fixed term, part time, day worker position, working up to 38 hours per fortnight, commencing from 6 January 2025 until 31 August 2025.
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: $106,966 to $123,013 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
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:
* Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees.
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.
* 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.
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
* 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 Driver’s Licence.
*Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role.
Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and pre-employment check.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. 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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