Department of HealthHospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals SthHospitals Sth - Allied Health ServicesApplications must be submitted by Sunday 23 March, :55 PM Award/Classification: Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3 Employment type: Region: South Location: Royal Hobart HospitalTasmanian Health Services - Hospitals South are seeking a motivated Senior Occupational Therapist with an interest in older people, to join the Community Transition Care Program.The Team:The Occupational Therapy Service includes over 90 team members consisting of occupational therapists and assistants, play specialists, diversional therapists, carpenter, and administration officers. We work across acute, sub-acute and community settings, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, the largest teaching Hospital in Tasmania.Here, you are encouraged to be your authentic self, to pursue your passions, and to bring your clinical and world knowledge to the table to contribute to making our team one that punches above its weight with progressive and impactful care.The Community Transition Care Program (CTCP) provides short term care (up to 12 weeks), delivered at home, to optimise the functioning and independence of older people after a hospital stay. The team consists of nursing, allied health and case managers with brokered support services. As a Senior Occupational Therapist you will deliver high quality, person-centred and goal-oriented services, while supporting junior staff and allied health assistants. You will be expected to work closely with the CTCP interdisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective services with a focus on continuous improvement.You will need:Significant experience working with older peopleAn ability to supervise and support staffA passion for service improvementNote: 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, full time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.Salary:$110,425 to $126,703 per annum. 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 2022Salary 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 schemeIn addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annumBenefits 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.Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Occupational Board of Australia.Registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.Current Tasmanian Working with Children or Working with Vulnerable People Registration - if required for clinical work.Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:Driver's licenseDownload the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsWe 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.For more information:Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.Name: Rowan CastlePosition: Acting Discipline Lead- Occupational TherapyPhone number: Email address: What it is like working 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.