Grade 2 Social Worker – Acute

Job description

Grade 2 Senior Social Worker for private Hospital located east of Melbourne.
On offer

• Permanent Part-time 32hrs p/w
• Great Location – Easy to travel to
• 8hr Shifts 4 days p/w
• Between $40.07 – $46.07p/h + Super + Salary packaging

This is a unique opportunity to work as a sole clinician in a very team oriented department, working closely with Allied Health Manager and Occupational therapy team. You will identify goals and health outcomes in an acute hospital environment.

As a Grade 2 Social Worker, your responsibilities will include:

• Working independently as part of the health care team
• Adhere to the company’s site policies and procedures
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous quality improvement, Occupational Health and Safety
• Deliver a high standard of customer service at all times
• The Grade 2 Social Worker may also be required to provide clinical supervision to students
• Clinical leadership and participation in senior forums with the Hospital and Board.
• Undertake comprehensive psycho-social assessments and complex discharge planning
• Engage positively with all other colleagues to achieve best clinical outcomes
• Share your knowledge and practice wisdom with others

Requirements to be successful in obtaining position:

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in Social Work
• At least two years post-qualifying experience in acute hospital (or related) setting
• Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
• Ability to work autonomously
• Well-developed communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Expertise in aged care/residential services and public referral pathways (ACAS/TCP/GEM) and DHS/VCAT)
• Excellent organisation, time management and self-management skills
• Ability to work within and provide leadership within a multidisciplinary team
• Sound clinical judgement and skills in risk assessment and management
• Comprehensive skills in assessment, discharge planning and counselling
• Commitment to ongoing education and the provision of evidence based practice
• Works very collaboratively with occupational therapist
  Current Australian Driver’s License

If you are interested in learning more or applying for this position please send an email to [email protected]
Please include a copy of your up-to-date Resume