Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full TimeUnit/Directorate: North Metropolitan Mental Health Service > State Forensic Mental Health Service (SFMHS)Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community?We are currently recruiting for a Full Time Permanent Social Work position in our State Forensic Mental Health Service admitted services.This is a recruitment pool for Permanent and Fixed Term Full Time and Part Time Appointments with the possibility of extension(s). Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made for up until 28/11/2026.What is our Social Worker role?The Social Worker will:Be a core member of the multidisciplinary team, contributing Social Work advice and perspectives to clinical decision making.Deliver Social Work services to consumers in the SFMHS admitted services utilising your social work clinical practice skills.The role is part of the Admitted Services (The Frankland Centre and Dryandra Ward), located at Graylands hospital. It forms part of the State Forensic Mental Health Service (SFMHS) which provides mental health services for individuals with mental illness associated with high-risk behaviours and who are typically involved in the criminal justice system. Our multidisciplinary services are delivered across a variety of settings including 45 inpatient beds, community, prisons, and courts in partnership with The Department of Justice, Department of Attorney General and other health providers.There has been substantial State Government investment in forensic mental health services. Funding of over $185 million has been committed for new adult and child and adolescent forensic mental health units, with further announcements expected. Additional services are also being implemented in relation to the Criminal Law Mental Impairment (CLMI) reform with expansion across all service streams.For more information on the State Forensic Mental Health Service within NMHS, you can visit their website.The State Forensic Mental Health Service (SFMHS) is undergoing an exciting period of change and expansion, and the Social Worker is a critical role within the multidisciplinary team. You will be involved in the implementation of contemporary models of care and defining the role of the Social Work within this. These changes will also offer opportunities for career progression and development.While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.What we offerNMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (North Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits) including:Salary packaging to increase take-home payProfessional and career development opportunitiesDiverse and inclusive cultureWant to know more about this role?We encourage you to contact Pippa Blatchford on 6159 6536 to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career interests.We think you’ll like it hereOur employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say.Ready to join our team?Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 1344 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.Your application should include:A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, addressing selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages (as outlined in the attached JDF).A detailed Resume which sets out your qualifications, capabilities and experience relevant to this position.References - the names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor.Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.We look forward to receiving your application.Position Title: Social WorkerAgency: North Metropolitan Health ServiceLocation: Graylands Hospital, Mount ClaremontUnit/Division: North Metropolitan Mental Health Service > State Forensic Mental Health Service (SFMHS)Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full TimePosition No.: 00008956Closing Date: 2025-03-24 4:00 PM
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