The Team:

We are seeking an experienced health social worker to be part of our Community & Outpatient Social work team, based at the Sorrell Community Health Centre.

The Role:

Within a primary health care framework, provide a social work service to individuals, families, groups and communities.

Deliver accessible and equitable social work services to adults in Southern Tasmania who experience psychosocial health issues.

Provide an effective, holistic psychosocial service that is evidence-informed, locally appropriate and sustainable.

As a senior member of the health care team provide support to leadership in developing, implementing and monitoring policies and practices that reflect the priorities and standards of the service.

Promote community awareness work with other agencies, organisations and the wider community to develop an integrated approach to delivering health services

You will need:

1. Extensive experience as a practising social worker, together with substantial knowledge and skills in the provision of a Social Work service in community settings and sound knowledge and understanding of the principles of primary health care and of current state and national health vision and policy.
2. Knowledge of the principles of community development and skills in developing and evaluating health promotion programs, understanding and experience in community recovery assessment and response plus knowledge of community resources and the ability to provide support to health professionals, non-government service providers and the wider community in relation to health care needs.
3. Proven high level communication skills, including the ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary health care team and to build positive working relationships with other service providers, local support organisations and the wider community.

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 60.8 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: $110,425 to $126703 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. 

Allowances: 

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 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:

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate. 
• 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

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: 

• Senior Social Worker - COOST HP03.docx

Application Guide:  

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

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.

Rebecca Kennett
Acting Clinical Lead
Community & Outpatient Social Work (COSW)
0407 529 014

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