Why Tasmania:
Located in the Bass Strait between Victoria and the northwest coast of Tasmania, King Island is well-known for world class cheese, fresh seafood, clean air, and incredible surfing & golf. King Island provides a picturesque backdrop for work and leisure, offering a close connection to the land, sea and community.
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.
The Role:
The Department of Health is seeking an Adult Day Centre Assistant for the King Island Hospital & Community Health Centre. Join a close-knit team at the King Island Adult Day Centre, where you'll assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating activities under the supervision of the Adult Day Centre supervisor. This permanent role focuses on creating engaging, individualized activities for clients while meeting Aged Care Quality Standards. With 30 years of service, the Centre offers a holistic approach to community care. Enjoy a great work-life balance and explore the remote beauty of King Island during your time off.
You will need:
- Demonstrated ability to work with individuals and groups, assist clients with personal care, encourage participation and improve quality of life through selected activities, as well as practical knowledge of craft and leisure activities and the ability to develop programs which support improved quality of life for clients.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to show sensitivity and acceptance of diversity, health limitations and disability in others.
- A current driver's license is highly desirable, along with the ability and confidence to drive a small 5-seater bus carrying clients.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Permanent, part time, day worker position, working up to 20 hours per fortnight.
*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 part time and casual vacancies.
Salary: $62,486 to $65,119 pro rata, per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions 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.
- 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:
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- 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:
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:
Application Guide:
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.
Belinda Smith
Adult Day Centre Co-ordinator
Phone: (03) 6462 9900
Email: belinda.smith@ths.tas.gov.au
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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.