Administrative Officer (505027)


Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - MH & Statewide Services
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Position details

Applications close:

AEST

Award/Classification:

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 3

Salary:

$76,849 to $82,996 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, part-time

Region:

South

Location:

16 Bayfield Street, Rosny Park

Job description:

Play a key role in Mental Health Services, coordinating administrative functions, supporting service delivery, supervising staff, and contributing to quality patient outcomes.

The Team

The Clarence and Eastern Continuing Care Team is a multi disciplinary team providing mental health support to clients with severe and enduring mental illness. We cover a broad geographical area across the Clarence and Eastern districts, stretching up towards the East Coast and down the Tasman Peninsula. 

We work closely with other services to deliver excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

The Role

To provide high-level administrative support for the Clarence and Eastern Continuing Care Team.

You will need

  • To undertake the coordination and supervision of administrative staff, including undertaking training of staff in new processes, the orientation of new or casual administrative staff and the ongoing support of existing admin staff. 
  • Liaise with clients and staff and to be front facing for all initial enquiries at reception.
  • Manage and coordinate the efficient and effective operation of the administration support systems.
  • Experience providing high-level administrative and reception support in a busy workplace environment.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate competing priorities and administrative processes. 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to delivering quality customer service.
  • The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while also using initiative and sound judgement. 
  • Experience managing records, databases, correspondence and administrative systems with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • A professional and discreet approach, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

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 15.2 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you can join our team.

Must be available to work Fridays 8:30am-5pm.

*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

$76,849 to $82,996 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

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: 

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.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information

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

Name: Sarah Westgate
Position: Manager
Phone number: (03) 6166 5700
Email address: sarah.westgate@ths.tas.gov.au

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