Senior Social Worker (506921L1)

The Team:

• Join our friendly, motivated multidisciplinary team based in the Allambi building in Launceston
• The service provides advice and support and clinical leadership in palliative care across the north/northeast of Tasmania.

The Role:

In accordance with Agency policy and legal requirements, the Palliative Care Senior Social Worker:

• Assesses and responds to palliative care needs and issues, as expressed or indicated by clients, their families or carers, and other care providers including allied health, nursing and medical professionals.
• Develops, provides and evaluates contemporary palliative care social work services as part of a multidisciplinary service.
• Acts as a consultant to external service providers as appropriate.

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

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment:

Permanent, part time, day worker position, working 45.6 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you would like to join our team.

*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 $121,907 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

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. 

Allowances: 

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 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:

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate. 
• 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.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Degree in Social Work giving eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
• Currents Driver’s Licence

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Prior experience working in a palliative care setting

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duti