The Role

Based in the Hobart CBD, this is an exciting new role leading a dynamic team of Allied Health Professionals and other staff whose work supports the strategic direction of Allied Health Services and Hospitals South but is not aligned to specific Allied Health disciplines. The Office of the Director of Allied Health (OOTDAH) team includes project workers, Allied Health Leads within clinical streams, data, workforce education and research positions, and others according to the needs of the service and organisation.

As manager, you will provide effective management of the human, physical and financial resources of the OOTDAH, be an active member of the broader Allied Health leadership team and represent the work of the OOTDAH as required. You will work closely with the Executive Director and Deputy Director of Allied Health as well as Discipline Leads to meet the strategic objectives of the organisation and will live our values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence.

• Lead a dynamic multi-disciplinary team who love what they do.
• We value our leaders and offer excellent training and development opportunities.
• Hobart offers world class food, wine, and festivals as well as natural beauty.

For more information, please refer to the Statement of Duties or contact Gudrun Barratt-Peacock, A/ Deputy Director Allied Health at gudrun.peacock@ths.tas.gov.au or 0447089232 to discuss.

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 45.6 hours per fortnight, commencing April 2024.

*notwithstanding hours may 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 and part time vacancies.

Salary

$139,492 - $141,354 pro rata per annum + our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

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

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum.
• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.2 of 2022

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• Satisfactory completion of an appropriate allied health professional course of study at a recognised tertiary institution and registered with the relevant Board or, in the case of unregulated professions, eligible for membership of the relevant professional association.

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant postgraduate qualification.

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:

• crimes of violence
• sex related offences
• serious drug offences
• crimes involving dishonesty.

1. Identification check
2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties

• Manager - OOTDAH AHP5.pdf
• Manager - OOTDAH AHP5.docx

Applicant Guide

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf
• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx

How to Apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.

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

Please note:

• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

For more information, please contact:

Gudrun Barratt-Peacock
A/Deputy Director - Allied Health Service South
Phone: 0447 089 232
E-mail: gudrun.peacock@ths.tas.gov.au

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