Department of HealthHospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NthPrimary Health NorthApplications must be submitted by Sunday 30 March, 2025 11:55 PM AESTAward/Classification:Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Health Services Officers, Level 5$67,193 to $70,993 pro rata, per annumEmployment type:Part TimeRegion:NorthLocation:Flinders Island Multi Purp CntThe Role:As a member of a multidisciplinary health care team and in accordance with primary health care principles, the Diversional Therapist will:Assist in the planning, delivery and evaluation of quality diversional therapy activities for a specified client group within a community health care setting.Promote access and client involvement by participating in applicable community-based activities.The Team:Flinders Island Multipurpose Centre, Tasmanian Health Service, Primary Health NorthThe Flinders Island Multi-Purpose Centre comprises nine aged care beds, five acute beds, an outpatient and emergency service, physiotherapy, x-ray, podiatry/footcare and visiting services.It is one of 8 district hospitals working together to form part of Primary Health North Tasmania.The FIMPC offers health and community services to the island community of approximately 900 people.You will need:Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.The ability to work both independently and as a member of our multidisciplinary team.Experience in working with aged people and people living with dementia.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, part time, day worker position, working 16 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed date.*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:$67,193 to $70,993 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.Salary range is in accordance with 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.District Allowances of up to $4,618 per annum for a family.Remote and Rural Professional Development Allowance of $3,699 per annum and an additional salary allowance of 10%.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.More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here.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, 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.*Applications from agencies will not be accepted for this role.Contact Information:Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.Name: Samantha ElrickPosition: Director of NursingPhone number: 0458 782 825Email address: sam.elrick@ths.tas.gov.auWorking at the Department of Health:Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent 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.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.
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