The role: The Department of Health are seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their team located at the North West Regional Hospital. Working primarily in the North West Regional Hospital Social Work team, the incumbent will, as part of a multidisciplinary team, contribute to the development, provision and evaluation of social work services for consumers of the department and their families and/or the community, in accordance with the Code of Ethics of the Australian Association of Social Workers and the Code of Conduct of the Department of Health. Opportunity for rotation across other acute clinical caseloads i.e. medical, surgical, and emergency departments may also be provided when workload demand indicates the need Please note - the successful applicant will be required to: Work on site and attend agency visits Participate in a weekend on call Social Work Service. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. The Team: Reporting to the manager of Social Work services our dynamic and supportive team comprise of hospital-based Social Workers providing psychosocial support to inpatients and outpatients at both hospitals sites and our community-based Social Workers supporting hospital avoidance, wellness and reablement and groupwork support to clients through Primary Health funded services. Our Aboriginal Health and Multicultural Liaison services also sit within the Social Work team. Our team p roactively engages with the multi discipline team to ensure best outcomes for our Patients, practices collaboratively within the Allied Health team across our acute and community services, and promotes a culture of shared learning and respect for diverse perspectives. Details of Appointment Permanent, part time, day worker position working 15.2 hours per fortnight. notwithstanding hours may 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 fixed term full time, part time and casual vacancies. Salary: $71,441 - $107,878 pro rata, per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Public Sector Union Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022 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. In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available: Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria: Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Eligible for membership OR a full member with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Overseas qualified Social Work candidates require a “certification of eligibility” letter from the AASW to confirm their eligibility for membership to the AASW Current Working with Children Registration. 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. Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: Current Driver’s Licence. The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted: Conviction checks in the following areas: crimes of violence sex related offences serious drug offences crimes involving dishonesty Identification check Disciplinary action in previous employment check. How to Apply Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. Please note: We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria. All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying. Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria. Statement of Duties 511904 Social Worker HP1-2 (July 2023) WWCR CSU.pdf 511904 Social Worker HP1-2 (July 2023) WWCR CSU.docx Applicant Guide Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx For more information, please contact Barbara Batten Position: Manager - Social Work Phone: 0437 073 162 E-mail: barbara.battenths.tas.gov.au Important information The email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly. To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your details The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives. The core purpose guiding the way in which we work across the Department of Health is to CARE for the health and wellbeing of all in Tasmania through our Values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. We are united by our shared purpose and model our CARE Values through our interactions with one another, our patients, our clients and the Tasmanian community.