Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - MH & Statewide Services
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 22 December, 2024 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Health Services Officers, Level 4
Employment type:Multiple FTE - F/T & P/T positions
Region:South
Location:Wilfred Lopes Centre
The Role:Deliver personal care as delegated by the NUM, under the supervision of a RN or Enrolled Nurse (EN) according to the nursing care plan and within the scope of the Care Assistant Workplace Guidelines.Assist patients with aspects of daily living under the supervision of nursing staff.Assist with the management of behaviourally challenging patients to maintain a safe working environment. This may involve physical restraint of resistive patients.The Team:The Wilfred Lopes Centre is a specialised mental health facility located in Risdon Vale, Hobart, near Risdon Prison; however, it is not a part of the Prison.We provide care and treatment for people with mental health issues who are involved with the criminal system.We manage behaviours associated with behavioural disturbance, such as verbal and physical aggression and self-harm. All staff are provided training in de-escalation and physical restraint.Those in our care may be inmates of the Tasmanian Prison Service, are appearing in or remanded from the Magistrates or Supreme Courts, or may be community clients presenting risks to themselves or others.Our staff enjoy free on-site parking and are eligible for an additional 6.5% correctional allowance.Details of appointment:Multiple permanent, full-time and part-time shift worker positions available, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. 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: $60,666 to $63,222 pro rata per annum + our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.You'll have access to salary packaging and a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
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.Essential Criteria:Current Driver's LicenceCurrent First Aid CertificateDesirable Criteria:Certificate III in Health Support Services or equivalent.Certificate IV in Mental Health. It is expected that this qualification will be undertaken during this role if it has not already been achieved.Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on Essential requirements, Desirable requirements, and pre-employment checks.
Application Process:We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties and 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 designated person for detailed information about the vacancy.
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Working at the Department of Health:Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in the Department of Health. We respect diversity, which is the foundation of everything we do, instilling trust and fostering 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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