EMAT Senior Allied Health Clinician (Social Worker and Occupational Therapist)

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary AHP-3 $101,124/$108,467 (pro rata)
• Full-time and part-time temporary positions inclusive of weekend days up to 30/06/2026
• Multiple positions for Social Workersand Occupational Therapists to work in a supportive and dynamic Allied Health team

About the Role:Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Worker (SW) or Occupational Therapist (OT) ready to take your career to the next level? Look no further! Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) is seeking exceptional OTs and SWs with a passion for working with people experiencing psychosocial difficulties to join our Emergency Multidisciplinary Assessment team (EMAT).EMAT have new dedicated SW and OT positions working collaboratively with the Royal Adelaide Hospital Mental Health Program to provide a service for people presenting to the Emergency Department (ED) with complex psychosocial difficulties, such as situational crisis in the context of homelessness. EMAT clinicians providing this service offer expert advice and advocacy including counselling, referral to community services, accommodation assistance and discharge planning to improve social and health outcomes and achieve safe and appropriate discharge options. These positions present a unique opportunity for someone looking for a new challenge to broaden their ED, acute or community mental health skills. With no two days alike, the EMAT work closely with broader multidisciplinary teams, sharing expertise and knowledge to support our patient's medical, psychosocial, physical, spiritual and cultural needs.The EMAT is well-established within CALHN, providing a 7-day service at the Royal Adelaide Hospital (RAH) and Queen Elizabeth Hospital (TQEH) and working across the ED, inpatient and community settings. EMAT is underpinned by the Discharge to Assess Model of Care which aims to expediate discharge for patients who are medically optimised and no longer require an acute admission but may require support to transition safety back to the community.EMAT clinicians have advanced clinical skills and knowledge relevant to their specific discipline and participate in quality improvement, research, and education to support best practice and optimise service delivery.Please see role descriptions and duty statements for further information.About CALHNThe Central Adelaide Local Health Network includes South's Australia's major quaternary facility, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and the Repat Health Precinct. We also deliver mental health services at Glenside Health Services and at a range of other locations across the metropolitan and regional areas.We're looking for talented staff to join us and help us to shape the future of health through and and achieve our vision of being in the top 50 health services in the world and top 5 in Australia.What we offer

• Competitive remuneration plus salary packaging benefits up to $11,660 (including general living expenses & meal entertainment).
• Potential for additional annual leave equivalent to 25 working days per year.
• Weekend and public holiday penalty payments.
• Opportunity to work in one of Australia's most advanced healthcare facilities.
• Access to day-care facility at the Royal Adelaide Hospital.
• Free and easy access to public transport and a range of amenities.
• Strong community minded culture and values providing world-class care to South Australians.
• Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
• Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites.

Essential Requirements:

• Current National Police Clearance (NPC)
• Working with Children Check
• Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. SA Health Services are required to implement the

in the workplace.Diversity and inclusion: At CALHN we support and foster a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.Application Information:

• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening.

Job ref: 862549Enquiries to:Adam GovierTelephone: 0477 311 127Application Closing Date11:55 pm Friday 31 May 2024AttachmentsAdvertised: 17 May 2024 Cen. Australia Standard Time
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