▷ [Immediate Start] Coordinator Home Care South (524085)

Department of Health Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth Hospitals Sth - SAA&CS Applications must be submitted by Sunday 02 November, 2025 11:55 PM Sunday 2 November, 2025 11:55 PM AEST Award/Classification: Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 4 Employment type: Permanent, flexible, Permanent, full-time Region: South Location: Home Care South is a dedicated team within the Department of Health (Tasmania) that provides essential support to older people and eligible clients across Southern Tasmania. The team delivers services under the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and the Tasmanian Home and Community Care Program (HACC), helping clients maintain independence and safety in their own homes. The Team: Home Care South is a dedicated team within the Department of Health (Tasmania) that provides essential support to older people and eligible clients across Southern Tasmania. The team delivers services under the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and the Tasmanian Home and Community Care Program (HACC), helping clients maintain independence and safety in their own homes. Our services are designed to reduce health and safety risks, promote wellbeing, and support clients to live with dignity. The team upholds the Aged Care Quality Standards and contributes to a safe, respectful environment for both clients and staff, reflecting the Department’s values and commitment to community care. The Role: The Coordinator Home Care South supports the Manager Home Care South in the operational delivery and strategic development of home and community care services under the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and the Tasmanian Home and Community Care Program (HACC). The role provides leadership, supervision, and coordination of staff and services to ensure high-quality, person-centred care across Southern Tasmania. This role focuses on the activities of CHSP and HACC funded services. You will need: - Proven leadership skills and the ability to support and inspire compassion, accountability, respect and excellence to a team of staff working in isolated situations. - High standard of oral, written and computer communication skills and effective interpersonal skills in client interactions, staff engagement, and stakeholder relationships. - Proficiency in computer systems and data management tools to enhance service delivery, monitor performance and activity, and analyse data to inform decisions. 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 up to 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: General Stream Band 4 $81,915 to $94,263 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 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. Benefits available to eligible candidates: - 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 Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: - Driver’s Licence - Qualifications or equivalent experience in Aged Care, Disability, or Community Services. 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. 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. 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 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. - 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr