Practitioner - After Hours Service - Multiple Positions

Job Description

Practitioner - After Hours Service - Multiple Positions Department for Education, Children and Young PeopleKeeping Children SafeChild Safety Service Applications must be submitted by Sunday 23 February, 2025 11:55 PM AEST. Award/Classification: Health and Human Services Award - Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement No.1 of 2022 - Allied Health Professional Level 1-2 $73,834 to $111,364 per annum Employment type: Permanent, full-time Region: Statewide Be part of an exciting new service that works collaboratively to support children and young people outside of business hours. The child is at the centre of everything we do. About the Role The After-Hours Service is designed to deliver services to build safety where risk is present, provide help and support to resolve issues, and be responsive to the needs of our children and young people in care, outside of standard business hours. Provide information, advice, and support to all incoming, emergent, and critical after-hours service enquiries in a child-centred, trauma-informed manner. Please see the Statement of Duties for a complete overview of the duties. Conditions of Employment Salary: $73,834 to $111,364 pro rata per annum + 11.5% Superannuation Classification: Allied Health Professional Level 1-2 Award/Agreement: Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement Location: South (Hobart), North (Launceston) and North-West (Ulverstone) Hours of Work: This is a shift-based role and includes a combination of day, afternoon and night work, including availability for call-out as rostered. If successful, you must be available to complete approximately 3 months of full-time (Mon-Fri 8:30am -5pm) paid training. What we’re offering Starting salary recognition of further study and experienced practitioners Financial incentives exclusive to the North-West region Relocation Assistance Personal impact days Access to Professional Development fund, in-house and external training, supervision, and career development Commitment to keeping our employees healthy, practice supervision and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Pathways to grow your career Dedicated induction and training for After Hours staff. Who we’re looking for Our new After-Hours Service gives children and young people 24/7 safety and wellbeing support. Genuine motivation and passion to work with children, young people, and their families. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to change your communication style, remain calm, de-escalate, and manage conflicts. Ability to quickly build rapport and relationships with stakeholders (including families and young people) over the phone and in person. Value working as a member of a team and contributing to a positive team environment. Commitment to self-care, continuous improvement, learning and practice reflection. Individual resilience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to self-reflect. Personal integrity, accountability, and respect for clients. A tertiary qualification approved by the relevant National Board, for example a Bachelor of Social Work, and eligibility for membership with the relevant National Board or professional association; or An alternative tertiary qualification (AQF Level 7 Qualification) in a discipline considered relevant to the duties. An associate degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (AQF Level 5 or 6 Qualification) in a discipline considered relevant to the duties. Current Driver's Licence. The Registration to Work with Vulnerable People Act 2013 requires persons undertaking work in a regulated activity to be registered. This registration must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role. How to apply Your application is the first step towards working for the Department for Education, Children and Young People. To apply, please provide a one-to-two-page document outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties. Include a copy of your up-to-date resume including a brief summary of your relevant qualifications and/or training history, and details of two referees . Online applications are preferred, please click the blue Apply Now button and submit online by 11:59 PM AEDT on the advertised closing date. Please note: All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Referee details are submitted as part of the online application. We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria. The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People is the responsibility of the individual. Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email Contact Person: Paul Mallett, Manager, Workforce Operations and Planning. #J-18808-Ljbffr