Allied health work closely with medical and nursing colleagues and community partners to optimise patient recovery and well-being. The allied health workforce is supported to achieve clinical excellence through a commitment to improving quality, creating continuous improvement opportunities and a culture of learning and development.
Social Workers recognise the impact of the socioeconomic, cultural, psychological and political determinants on a person's health and overall wellbeing. Social work focuses on enhancing a person's social and emotional functioning through targeted specialised interventions and mobilising services and supports.
About the role:
The Senior Social Worker is responsible for providing clinical social work services. This role will work predominately with Women, Children and Families but with scope to provide leadership across other clinical areas as required. The clinician will work as a member of a multidisciplinary team within the Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast and Mount Morgan service area.
About you:
* Possession of a degree qualification in Social Work from a recognised tertiary institution and eligibility for professional membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
* Applicants must not have any ethical matters outstanding that may otherwise preclude eligibility for professional membership with the AASW
* Contribute to clinical research, education and training activities within the work unit and broader service to support quality outcomes for consumers.
* Ability to lead change through the initiation, implementation and evaluation of quality and service improvement activities.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $31,471 p.a. is comprised of:
* An hourly rate between $64.64 - $69.55 p.h.
* 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
* 17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits
* Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
* Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
* Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Discounted Private Health Insurance
* Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit the following:
* Your current CV or resume, including referees.
* A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
* Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
* Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5D632683
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