Social Worker (512555d)

Please note this position is also being advertised as a Clinical Nurse Specialist - Community Forensic Mental Health Services (512555) vacancy and only one position will be filled on merit.

Are you a dedicated and passionate professional looking to make a significant impact in the field of forensic mental health? We are seeking talented individuals to join our multidisciplinary team in the Community Forensic Mental Health Service (CFMHS). As a Level 3 AHP/Case Manager, you will work collaboratively within a professional and experienced team, providing high-quality mental health care to complex forensic clients. You will be a clinical expert and a vital resource for nursing, medical, and allied health staff, ensuring that we deliver the best possible outcomes for our consumers and stakeholders.

The role:

In accordance with primary health care principles, Agency policy and direction, legal requirements, service policy and procedures and professional competencies, undertake the delivery of quality patient care services, based on best practice and within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework.

• Provide a specialist forensic social work service
• Provide psycho-social assessment and treatment, including the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of treatment programs
• Work within the multidisciplinary team and participate in case management reviews to ensure continuity of care

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a supportive and passionate multidisciplinary team who are open to innovative ideas and strategies to enhance service delivery and client care.
• Experience in forensics is not required and there will be opportunities to engage in professional development targeted to our specialised area.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing complex mental health challenges while learning invaluable skills that will improve career opportunities.
• Offices in both Launceston and Hobart
• You will be a part of a small and highly specialised and supportive team.
• Flexible workplace arrangements that are family friendly.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment:

Permanent full time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as possible.

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: $106.966 - $118,114 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022

Allowances

• Correctional Allowance of 6.5%
• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum

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 $115,573 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme

• Benefit available to eligible candidates:
• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees
• Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.
• 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.

Eligibility:

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 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

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and pre-employment check.

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