Administrative Assistant

The Team:

Home Care South is a dynamic and client-focused team within the Department of Health (Tasmania), dedicated to delivering high-quality in-home support services across Southern Tasmania. Our primary mission is to support frail older people and younger people with disabilities to remain safely and independently in their homes and communities, in line with the Charter of Aged Care Rights and the Aged Care Quality Standards. You'll be part of a team that values integrity, respect, and innovation in everything we do.

The Role:

As the Administrative Assistant – Home Maintenance, you will play a key role in supporting the coordination and delivery of essential services. Working closely with the Service Support Officer, you will:

• Assist in managing referrals and bookings for basic home maintenance and minor modifications.
• Maintain accurate client records and prepare reports, correspondence, and meeting documentation.
• Coordinate staff rosters to ensure continuity of service delivery.
• Monitor equipment, report defects, and schedule repairs.
• Support data entry and administrative processes for the Home Maintenance program.
• Contribute to safety and quality initiatives, including child safeguarding practices and WHS compliance.

You will need:

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Strong organisational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proven experience in providing administrative support within a service delivery environment.
• Proficiency in office systems, including Microsoft Office Suite, iPM, and Finance 1.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with staff and clients.
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic and changing environment.
• Sound judgment, initiative, and discretion in a team setting.

You'll also be expected to uphold the Department of Health's values and contribute to a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that supports vulnerable people and promotes child safety.

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 full time, day worker position, working 76hours 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:$66,049 to $70,993 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• 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:

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:

• Administrative Assistant – Home Maintenance Band 2 (word)

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide (word)

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.

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Gary Tarafder
Position:Manager - Home Care South
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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.