Allied Health Professional

3 weeks ago

Burnie, Tasmania, Australia Service Tasmania Full time

The Child Health and Parenting Service (CHaPS) 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 CHaPS 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 - CHAPS
Phone:
Email:

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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