Position details at Tasmanian Government

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Sep, 26

Salary

126182.0

Posted On

23 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Expertise, Leadership, Advocacy, Culturally Safe Practice, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Case Management, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Client-Centred Care, Ethical Practice

Industry

Government Administration

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/384/ProviderAsset/scribble/7ed0af7d-69c6-46fe-b42d-95081966c3d6.jpg] THE TEAM As the major clinical teaching and research centre, Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) works closely with the University of Tasmania and other institutions. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community. Our large social work team works collaboratively to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred social work services that support individuals & families across complex health settings. As a Senior Social Worker, the team provides advanced clinical expertise, leadership, and oversight of best‑practice interventions, ensuring care is ethical, culturally responsive, and aligned with legislative and policy frameworks. THE ROLE Join our team delivering culturally safe, high-quality social work services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families. As a senior clinician, you will provide specialist support, advocacy and leadership within a multidisciplinary environment, ensuring care is respectful, inclusive and responsive to cultural and community needs. This is an Aboriginal identified position, contributing to improved health outcomes and equity for Aboriginal communities. YOU WILL NEED * Aboriginality (identified role) with strong connection to, and understanding of, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities * Proven capacity to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams building strong partnerships across community & health services * Demonstrated experience delivering culturally safe, client-centred social work services * Well-developed problem-solving, leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage complexity and contribute to service improvement 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 30 September 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 $117,272 to $126,182 per annum + our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. * Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2025 ALLOWANCES * Please note that access to salaries beyond $123,487 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 * 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 [https://www.health.tas.gov.au/careers/employee-benefits] ELIGIBILITY Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria. * Aboriginality. The Head of the State Service has determined that this position is an Aboriginal identified position and that it will be filled in accordance with the guidelines for Aboriginal recruitment * Degree in Social Work giving eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) * Current Driver’s Licence Applicants should note, the position features: * May be required to work at both on and off-site facilities of the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) 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 - Aboriginal Health.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtb_tXTaPXjlvmtue1xEVFLIyyeD_q7cbI1bNnHq6VmQN4rZzaNI5GFU6b6ce330cxvuCMcNZq045Q1Lts1VQC439hqkG4HAqf_EPgLQVuQ74KcCdxQbWY2s83wVqUbIhHIERtSa_rApa2gBTOPaNduw%7e%7e] Application Guide: * Applicant Guide.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt5zP2DDrlb__JL5Qa24kA9mtqzGOFoT2s_hV5rfW6EyvXuyVAN9rQXx-5lPZyS2jIP_KwvT-8GBXX7mE71UNWEVgtxiUvpt7G-v113qzvdqyRkXsMtvc4czmuZj8cb6_M_lujC2hKi2KZhxA8P0X90w%7e%7e] 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 *only Recruitment Agencies specifically contracted are invited to provide applicants to this role FOR MORE INFORMATION Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Name: Louella Tria Position: Team Lead Social Work Phone number: (03) 6166 8354 Email address: louella.tria@ths.tas.gov.au WHAT IT IS LIKE 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! Move to Tasmania | Tasmanian [https://tasmanian.com.au/live/move-to-tasmania/] One Health Podcast - Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1exxefRfdL4bmGiKhalgvw] One Health Podcast - Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-health-podcast/id1737709275] Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian [https://tasmanian.com.au/health/] Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023). 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.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced clinical social work expertise and leadership to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families. Ensure care is ethical, culturally responsive, and aligned with legislative frameworks within a multidisciplinary health environment.