We are seeking a Social Worker (Grade 2) to join our team based in Nhill, in a full time capacity, who is passionate about the delivery of services to individuals, families, groups and communities!


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ABOUT US

• West Wimmera Health Service provides high-quality community outpatient services, disability and residential aged care and hospital care to more than 22,000 people in the West Wimmera region.
• You will have the opportunity to apply for our Bursary Program, where contributions of up to 50% of a successful applicant's HECS/HELP debt are negotiable as part of the package!
• We provide generous support to undertake professional development.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• The Grade 2 Social Worker is an experienced clinician who works with individuals, families, groups and communities to assist with, and improve well-being through casework, counselling, advocacy and community development. The role involves working with acute inpatients, outpatients and aged care residents and includes psycho-social assessment, discharge planning, education and referral.
• The Grade 2 Practitioner may also have responsibility for the supervision of students.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:
Essential:

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligibility for AASW membership.
• Graduate level clinical skills in psychosocial assessment, risk assessment, care planning, social work interventions and discharge planning.
• Demonstrated understanding of theoretical frameworks which inform Social Work practice.
• Effective communication and organisational skills.
• At least two years’ experience working the Social Work field.
• Proficient clinical skills in psychosocial assessment, risk assessment, complex care planning, social work interventions and discharge planning.

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in a hospital/healthcare setting.
• Experience and understanding of issues specific to provision of services in rural and remote areas.
• Competence in using computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other databases such as iCare, isoft and Uniti.
• Experience utilising the My Aged Care (MAC) portal.
• Knowledge and experience undertaking goal directed care planning

Prerequisites:

• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
• Working with Children Check
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as per current Department of Health Directive.
• Flu Vaccination
• Australian Driver’s License

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Effectively manage a Social Work caseload including casework, counselling, advocacy and community engagement across acute, aged care and community settings.
• Actively contribute as a team member to the effective operation of the Social Work Department, including attendance at regular team meetings.
• Work effectively and collaboratively within the broader WWHS and Community Health Team context.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with external agencies and strategic partners in relation to effective delivery of Social Work services and community development across the Wimmera.
• Undertake supervision of students.

HOW TO APPLY:
If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following information in one document:

• Your resume, including a comprehensive employment history, the qualifications you hold and the contact details for at least three referees.
• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
• Response to the Key Selection Criteria found above, or in the position descriptions on our website, using recent examples of your experiences. 

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 18TH MAY 2024


Important: In accordance with the Health Minister’s Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all West Wimmera Health Service employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, all employees are to receive an annual influenza vaccination or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Evidence of current immunisation history is required.

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