The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels.Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health does. 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.The Role: The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their team located at the North West Regional Hospital.Working primarily in the North West Regional Hospital Social Work team, the incumbent will, as part of a multidisciplinary team, contribute to the development, provision, and evaluation of social work services for consumers of the department and their families and/or the community, in accordance with the Code of Ethics of the Australian Association of Social Workers and the Code of Conduct of the Department of Health.The successful candidate will:Work primarily in our Women's and Children's Service.Have the opportunity to rotate across all other clinical caseloads including Medicine, Surgery, and Emergency.Receive ongoing support and supervision provided by a Senior Social Worker.Please note - the successful applicant will be required to:Work on site and attend agency visits.Participate in a weekend on-call Social Work Service.Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.The Team: Reporting to the manager of Social Work services, our dynamic and supportive team comprises hospital-based Social Workers providing psychosocial support to inpatients and outpatients at both hospital sites and our community-based Social Workers supporting hospital avoidance, wellness, and reablement and group work support to clients through Primary Health funded services. Our Aboriginal Health and Multicultural Liaison services also sit within the Social Work team.Our team proactively engages with the multi-discipline team to ensure best outcomes for our patients, practices collaboratively within the Allied Health team across our acute and community services, and promotes a culture of shared learning and respect for diverse perspectives.Details of appointment: Permanent, full-time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from November 2024.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: $71,441 to $107,878 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 Union Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022.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.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.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: 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 OR a full member 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.Or where regulatory requirements exist, NDIS Q&S Commission Provider Registration Requirements. Current Working with Children Registration.Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on Essential requirements, Desirable requirements, and 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.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr