The Team
Come join our wonderful Mental Health Inpatient team at the Royal Hobart Hospital, where your skills as an Occupational Therapy Assistant will make a real difference every day. Be part of a supportive, passionate group of clinicians committed to empowering recovery and delivering truly person‑centred care.
The Role
In accordance with mental health care standards, agency policy and direction, legal and ethical requirements and professional competencies, assist in the provision of specialist rehabilitation services based on best practice principles and within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework.
Under supervision, participate in the referral and assessment process and contribute to care plans assigned to meet the needs of clients.
Participate in ongoing personal development by taking part in relevant training courses and ongoing education as identified in professional development reviews.
You will need
- Demonstrated capacity to work with people with mental illness and knowledge of client rehabilitation needs, client centred practice and the need to establish an environment of support.
- Knowledge of resources and services available to support people with mental illness in the broader community, or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge.
- Demonstrated understanding of the principles of maintaining appropriate therapeutic relationships with clients.
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary setting.
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, part time, day worker position, working 38 hours 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
$70,033 to $75,114 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025
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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Certificate IV in Community Services, Aged Care or Disability or
- Certificate IV in Mental Health
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:
Generic Occupational Therapy Assistant (SMHS-South)
Application Guide:
Applicant Guide.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.
Name: Natasha Jack
Position: acting Nurse Unit Manager - Mental Health Inpatient Unit
Phone number: 0460 023 627
Email address: natasha.hoodless@ths.tas.gov.au
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!
Move to Tasmania | Tasmanian
One Health Podcast - Spotify
One Health Podcast - Apple
Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian
Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
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.