Senior Social Worker - Community Outreach and Outpatient Services Team (505394)

Job Description

Senior Social Worker - Community Outreach and Outpatient Services Team (505394) Department of HealthHospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals SthHospitals Sth - Allied Health Services Applications must be submitted by Monday 10 February, 2025 11:55 PM AEST Award/Classification: Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3 Employment type: Part Time Region: South Location: Social Workers RHH The Department of Health is seeking applications for multiple fixed-term part-time Senior Social Workers to join the Hospitals & Primary Care, Community Outreach and Outpatient Services Team, based in Hobart and Kingston. The Team: Work as part of the Community & Outpatient Social Work Team and the larger Hospitals South Social Work Service Based in Hobart/Kingston hub Potential future vacancies for other sites across Hobart The Role: Within a primary health care framework, provide a social work service to individuals, families, groups and communities with a focus on developing evidence-informed services that are reflective of community needs. As a senior member of the health care team, provide support to management in developing, implementing, and monitoring policies and practices that reflect the priorities and standards of the service. Promote community awareness in relation to building community resilience and work with other agencies, organisations, and the wider community to develop an integrated approach to delivering health services. You will need: 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. 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. 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. Proven commitment to quality improvement activities and the ability to undertake and contribute to practice-based research and evaluation. Details of appointment: Multiple fixed-term part-time, day worker positions, commencing as soon as possible until 5 December 2025. *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 $126,703 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. 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. Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme. In addition: Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum 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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family. 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. Application Process: We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance. 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. For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Working at the Department of Health: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence 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! 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. Final Steps: Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements. Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions. Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr