Allied Health Professional

The Child Health and Parenting Service (CHa PS) is seeking a suitable Allied Health Professional to join our dynamic team, providing quality services for families of children under 5 based at the North West Parenting Centre in Tasmania.
The North West region encompasses Circular Head, West Coast, Devonport Surrounds, and King Island.
It is a beautiful area with beaches, walking and mountain biking tracks, wineries, cafes, and restaurants.
Learn more about our team and services from our colleague: Sally Hayes | Little Tasmanian Role Responsibilities: Providing therapeutic Psychological or Social Work services to families with children under 5 within a primary health care framework, adhering to CHa PS philosophy, agency policies, legal requirements, and professional codes of ethics (e.g., APS or AASW).
Using evidence-based and best practice principles within a multidisciplinary, collaborative framework.
Conducting assessments and delivering therapeutic interventions to clients and their families.
Appointment Details: Permanent, part-time position, 38 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
Hours may be negotiated.
The selection process may be used to fill subsequent or fixed-term vacancies for up to twelve months from the date of publication.
Salary: $110,425 - $121,907 pro rata per annum, plus employer superannuation (12%).
Salary packaging options are available, including living expenses up to $9,010 and meal entertainment benefits.
Access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications or application to the personal upgrade scheme.
Salary is aligned with the Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.
2 of 2022.
Additional allowances based on salary points may include: Professional Development Allowance up to $1,000 annually.
Candidate Benefits: Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Various leave entitlements, including study leave and professional development support.
Fitness Passport access for you and your family to over 40 facilities across Tasmania for $13.95/week per person or $25.95 for a family.
Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must meet: Completion of an approved allied health qualification and registration with the relevant National Board or professional association.
Current Working with Children Registration.
Registrations/licenses must be current and maintained throughout employment.
It is the employee's responsibility to update the employer if their registration status changes.
Preferred criteria include: Current Driver's Licence.
Experience in therapeutic counselling, working with children and families, or perinatal and infant mental health.
Pre-employment checks include: Criminal history checks (violence, sex offences, drug offences, dishonesty).
Identification verification.
Disciplinary checks from previous employment.
Application Process: Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' button.
Complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge related to the Statement of Duties.
Note: No separate statement addressing selection criteria is required.
All attachments must be in Word or PDF format.
Referee details should be included in the online application.
Download the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide for more information.
For inquiries, contact: Alison Hillman Nurse Unit Manager - CHAPSPhone: 0419 344 763 Email: alison.hillman@ths.tas.gov.au Working at the Department of Health emphasizes values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
We encourage diversity and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people with disabilities.
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