Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - MH & Statewide Services
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 25 October, *******:55 PM
Sunday 25 October, *******:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 2
$68,854 to $73,947 per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, full-time
Region:
South
Location:
Royal Hobart Hospital
Join the Mental Health Hospital in the Home (MH HITH) team as an Administrative Assistant.
The Team
RHH is Tasmania's largest hospital; Mental Health Hospital in the Home (MH HITH) is a virtual hospital based in the community as part of the RHH.MH HITH is a multidisciplinary service inclusive of medical, nursing, allied health, and peer support workers.
MH HITH provides in home care of a person experiencing mental health challenges who would otherwise be in hospital.
This is achieved by the clinical staff working for MH HITH visiting consumers within their own home providing ongoing assessment and mental health support inclusive of medication regimes, allied health specific therapy and medical officer intervention.
The Role:
Provide face to face and telephone reception service for Mental Health Service clients.
Ensure sensitive and confidential handling of all enquiries and that information is provided to the correct clinician in a timely manner.
Undertake general administrative and clerical duties as required by senior staff and other clinicians within the Team.
You will need
Ability to exercise initiative, judgement and confidentiality to work effectively both individually and as a member of a multidisciplinary team within an environment subject work pressure and change.
Knowledge and experience of office administration practices including competent keyboard skills and the ability to undertake administrative duties using office automation systems within a Microsoft Office environment.
Sound interpersonal and communication skills,



including the ability to perform reception duties in a courteous and discreet manner and liaise confidently with a wide range of internal and external clients, clinical personnel and other staff.
Details of Appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 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.
$68,854 - $73,947 per annum + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging
Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement ****.
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 vacancies.
Salary Packaging
You will 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 Career development Support.
Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $***** per week per person, or $***** for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
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.
Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
Contact Person:
Name: Gracie Patten
Position: Nursing Director - Acute Care Stream Community Mental Health Services
Phone number: ************
Email address: ******
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(Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act ****).
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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.
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 2
$68,854 to $73,947 per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, full-time
Region:
South
Location:
Royal Hobart Hospital
Join the Mental Health Hospital in the Home (MH HITH) team as an Administrative Assistant.
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 2
$68,854 to $73,947 per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, full-time
Region:
South
Location:
Royal Hobart Hospital
Join the Mental Health Hospital in the Home (MH HITH) team as an Administrative Assistant.
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