Having a diverse workforce that represents the wider Tasmanian community is very important to us and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who may identify as LGBTQI+, and all genders. We recognise the value, unique skills and knowledge that Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people.

We are committed to putting the rights and wellbeing of children and young people at the centre of what we do. We will employ the right people. We will embed a culture of self-reflection and continuous improvement. We will have the courage to change what needs to be changed. We will regularly review our policies and structures through a child and youth safety lens. Our people will be equipped with the skills to recognise and respond to signs of harm. We are growing a culture where everyone takes responsibility, shares information, and speaks up if something doesn’t seem right. Together, we’re creating a place where all children and young people are safe from harm.

We support reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact person listed for this vacancy.

We understand that people have different needs to manage their work and life and to support people we embrace the benefits of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Period of Appointment

Up to 12 months

Hours per fortnight

Up to 73.5 hours - flexible options available. 

Duties

1. Assist the Senior Practitioner in evaluating, authorising, and monitoring the use of restrictive practices by disability service providers.
2. Act as a delegate of the Senior Practitioner in accordance with the Disability Rights, Inclusion and Safeguarding Act 2024.
3. Promote awareness and uphold the human rights of people with disability who may be subject to restrictive practices.
4. Deliver education and guidance on restrictive practices and strategies to reduce and eliminate their use through positive behaviour support.
5. Support best practice by working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to promote high-quality, rights-based support for people with disability.
6. Advise the Senior Practitioner on high-priority and complex issues, and prepare high-level reports, briefs, and correspondence containing informed recommendations.
7. Undertake other duties as required that are consistent with the capacity, qualifications, and experience expected at this classification level.

Essential Requirements

Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment.   It is the employee’s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer of any new criminal convictions and/or if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered.

• Current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People Registration NDIS Endorsed (or the ability to quickly acquire).
• The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted: 
  1. Conviction checks in the following areas:
     1. crimes of violence
     2. sex related offences
     3. serious drug offences
     4. crimes involving dishonesty
     5. serious traffic offences (if Driver’s Licence is an essential requirement)
  2. Identification check
  3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

Desirable Requirements

Qualifications, training, experience, or skills in positive behaviour support or healthcare-related services for people with disability and psychosocial support needs.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

 SoD - Practice Adviser - 003854.docx

 SoD - Practice Adviser - 003854.pdf

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.docx

 Advice for applicants for positions at DPAC.pdf

How to apply

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

You will be prompted to upload a 1-2 page short application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties and a resume.  

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application, please contact us prior to the closing date on (03) 6165 9920.

For more information

Marita O'Connell
Senior Practitioner
marita.o'connell@dpac.tas.gov.au
Phone: (03)6166 9199