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.

The Role:

King Island Hospital and Health Centre are seeking a motivated Home Help Personal Carer to join their team. We strive to uphold the values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence as we service the needs of the community. This small team is well supported but has the ability to work autonomously while servicing clients over King Island.   

The Home Help Personal Carer will: 

• Provide home help services to clients in their own homes, including household and personal care duties as assessed and documented in client care plans.
• Within a primary health care framework, function effectively as a member of a health team concerned with the care of an individual and family unit within the community.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania 

Located in the Bass Strait between Victoria and northwest coast of Tasmania, King Island is well-known for world class cheese, fresh seafood, clean air, and incredible surfing and golf. King Island provides a picturesque backdrop for work and leisure, offering a close connection to the land and sea. It's a place where work-life balance can be easily achieved amidst stunning landscapes and a supportive community environment, with the island's small population fostering a tight-knit community atmosphere, where locals welcome newcomers with warmth and hospitality. In your downtime, you can choose your own adventure with one of our numerous opportunities to explore coastal walks, reserves, and historic sites, or you can simply relax and enjoy the tranquillity. 

If you need any more convincing about our beautiful part of the world, and want to find out more about what it means to be part of our community, please visit: Live on King Island

Details of appointment:

Permanent, part time, day worker position, working up to 40 hours per fortnight, commencing from December 2024.

*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: $58,184 to $59,580 pro rata, per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

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

Allowances: 

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. 

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• District Allowances of up to $4,618 per annum for a family 
• Remote and Rural Professional Development Allowance of $3,699 per annum and an additional salary allowance of 10% 

Benefits available to eligible candidates 

• Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.
• 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.

Eligibility:

Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• • Current Driver’s Licence.

  • As required by CHSP, occupants of this role are required to undertake a conviction check assessment every three years

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and 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: 502696 Home Help Personal Carer HSO 3 (March 2021).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.

For more information:

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

Alanna Cowley

Director of Nursing - King Island 

Phone: (03) 6418 5057
Email: alanna.cowley@ths.tas.gov.au

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