The Team:
The Social Work Assistant team at the Department of Health in Australia plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of health and social care services. These professionals work under the supervision of qualified social workers to assist individuals, families, and communities in navigating health systems and accessing essential services.
Key Highlights:
The Social Work service is a large and dynamic team of dedicated Social Workers and assistants working across the acute hospital, subacute and community settings promoting equity of access to health services.
The Role:
The Social Work Assistant (SWA) role is vital within the Department of Health for several key reasons, particularly as part of the broader allied health and social care system in Australia:
Enhancing Patient Care and Support
Social Work Assistants help bridge the gap between clinical care and social support. They assist qualified social workers in addressing the biopsychosocial and emotional needs of patients, which are crucial for holistic health outcomes.
Reducing Systemic Pressure
By handling administrative and support tasks—such as coordinating referrals to community services, supporting patients to view residential aged care facilities, SWAs free up time for social workers to focus on complex clinical and therapeutic interventions.
You will need:
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team that works from a person-centred approach
- A drivers licences is recommended
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills in patient/client care, with an ability to assist patients/clients to meet their psychosocial and practical needs whilst accessing the health care system.
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:
Two permanent part time, day worker positions, 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: $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:
- 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:
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Knowledge and understanding of health and community-based resources
- Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent qualification
- Experience in direct client/patient work in a health or human services setting
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:
Social Work Assistant HSO5 (WORD)
Application Guide:
Department of Health - Applicant Guide (WORD)
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.
Name: Louella Tria
Position: Social Work Team Lead
Phone number:0407094678
Email address: louella.tria@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!
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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.
