The Team:

We are seeking an experienced social work leader for our Community & Outpatient Social work team, as key part of the Social Work leadership team for Hospitals & Primary Care South.

The Role

• Provide high level clinical leadership and specialist advice regarding Social Work Services for community based and outpatient clients with complex needs.
• High level leadership, professional support, and oversight of best practice standards for community based and outpatient social work services in accordance with Australian Association of Social Workers Practice Standards and Code of Ethic
• Assist the Head of Social Work with operational requirements such as the coordination and management of overall Social Work Services, including recruitment, supervision and support of staff and students, as required.
• Participate as a member of the Social Work Services leadership team in the provision of strategic direction, development of policies, and in the delivery and evaluation of specialist Social Work services across the continuum of care for people of the southern region of Tasmania and the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH).

You will need:

• Extensive experience as a practicing social worker, with substantial demonstrated knowledge of Social Work theory and practice as it applies to service delivery in community based, outpatient and outreach health services.
• Ability to independently apply professional judgement in the resolution of complex and critical client issues, including the ability to consult and advise on similar issues.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of emergency, critical incident and social recovery responses required by Social Work and understanding of the Tasmanian Emergency Management Arrangements (TEMA)

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 full time, day worker position, working 76 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: $123,717 to $134,336 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 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.

Allowances:

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $130,900 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.

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

• 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.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Degree in Social Work giving eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
• 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 and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered.

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

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.

Statement of Duties:

• Clinical Lead - Community Outreach & Outpatient Services HP04 (word)

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide (word)

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Gretch Scott
Position: Clinical Lead Social Worker (WACS)
Phone number: (03) 6166 8825
Email address: [email protected]

*Applications close: 28 September 11:55pm.