Administrative Officer - H2HK CAMHS (529373)
The Team
The Medicare Mental Health Kids Hub - Jordan River team is a multi-disciplinary, child and family-centred service supporting the mental health, wellbeing and development of children aged 0 to 12 years experiencing emotional, relational and behavioural challenges, and their families and carers. Operationally and clinically governed by Child and Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS), the team provides coordinated, evidence-based care, including assessment, therapeutic intervention, family support and access to specialist health professionals. Working collaboratively with families, communities and partner agencies, the team delivers timely, integrated support to improve outcomes for children and strengthen community mental health and wellbeing.
The Role
We are seeking a motivated Administrative Officer to join our Kids Hub team.
The Administration Officer will:
- Provide an efficient high-level reception and administrative support service to CYMHS.
- Undertake administrative and organisational duties associated with the daily activities of the office, including ensuring efficient flow of information to and from the office and communicating effectively as required with a wide range of staff, clients and families.
You will need
- Knowledge, or the ability to acquire such knowledge, of established work processes and practices of the team, including an understanding of operational and technical guidelines.
- Demonstrated clerical and keyboarding skills, including accuracy and precision in the operation of computer software and related technologies.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, including sound oral and written communication skills, to effectively liaise with staff and clients at all levels in a courteous, caring and discreet manner.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment
Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 2nd June 2027.
*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
$76,849 to $82,996 per annum + our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025.
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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
- Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Current Drivers 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:
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.
Name: Sarah Bowman
Position: Acting Manager CYMHS South
Phone number: 6166 0330
Email address: sarah.bowman@ths.tas.gov.au
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