Are you a trauma informed and responsive communicator? Do you have a demonstrated passion for refugee health and wellbeing? Would you enjoy working with a contemporary non-adversarial team environment dedicated to interactions and interventions that are compassionate, accountable and respectful? If the answer is yes to these questions, then we want to hear from you. We are a developing trauma responsive social work team engaged in 'excellence together' for the benefit of our patients and colleagues. If you are looking for a career in a child safe and diversity safe organisation this may be the job for you. Enjoy being part of a team where you can be proud of the work you do and feel supported and cared for by the people you work with. Apply today.
The Role:
* Work as a senior member of a multidisciplinary team, to develop, provide and evaluate culturally appropriate social work services for refugees and humanitarian arrival clients of the THS - North.
* Mentor and supervise social work staff in accordance with contemporary best practice, current models of care, professional standards, and the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Code of Ethics.
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 up to 60.8 hours per fortnight, commencing October 2025.
*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 withAllied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022
* Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme
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:
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.
* Hold, or be eligible for, full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
* Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Australian Association of Social Workers
* Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
* Post Graduate qualification, or progression toward post graduate qualifications relevant to the position.
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of 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.
Statement of Duties:
* 517998 - Social Worker - Refugee Health AHP3 (July 2025).docx
Application Guide:
* Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx
How to apply:
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 Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Sue Vucak
Discipline Lead - Social Work
Phone: (03) 6777 6247
E-mail: sue.vucak@ths.tas.gov.au
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!
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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.
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