The Team:
An exciting opportunity exists within the Department of Health for a Social Work Assistant to join a dynamic multidisciplinary team providing high quality health and well-being services to young people aged 12-24. Youth Health South is part of the Department of Women’s and Children’s Services which is a supportive, cohesive, and highly functioning team that is motivated to meet the service needs of our community. The occupant will be in a multifaceted role that involves administrative and assistant duties, helping to support the day-to-day services of the Pulse Youth Health Service.
The Role:
- Assist the Youth Health Team to deliver services to clients and their families and provide administrative support to Pulse Youth Health South
- Work as part of a well-supported team with a focus on person-centred, trauma informed care
- Dynamic role that allows for growth and flexibility in both the administrative functioning and client assisting aspects of the position
You will need
- Experience, knowledge skills and ability to work in a youth health service assisting clients under the direction of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Capacity to autonomously and proactively provide crucial administrative support and ensure professional standards of operation.
- Understanding of youth health, adolescent development and the issues impacting on young people’s health and wellbeing.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Permanent, part time, day worker position, working 64 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: $67,193 to $72,126 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% 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 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.
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.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
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:
Application 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.
*Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Fiona Savory
Nurse Manager - Youth Health Services, Hospitals South
(03) 6166 1421
fiona.savory@ths.tas.gov.au
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