Grade 2 Social Worker - Community Rehabilitation Program

Social WorkerGrade 2 - Community Rehabilitation Program

• Permanent Full Time 1.0 EFT or Part-time Job Share.
• Yarra Ranges Helth / Peter James Centre
• Generous salary + super + salary packaging options

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

About the role

The Community Rehabilitation Program is a short term goal based program assisting clients recovering from a recent health event/illness. Clients are seen both within their homes and centres based across the Eastern Health region. Interdisciplinary team members work collaboratively to develop care plans and client centred goals to increase patient's independence and return to optimal functioning within the community. The social work role is varied and complex throughout this process leading the team in patient's adjustment to illness, crisis intervention, resource and service provision.

About you

To be successful in the role you will have:

• Degree qualification in Social Work that has been approved by the Australian Association of Social Workers for membership as a Social Worker. Maintains compliance with the AASW Continuing Professional Development Policy in order to meet the Eastern Health Allied Health credentialing standard.
• Excellent assessment and intervention skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team and to contribute to a positive team environment.
• Demonstrated communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, including the ability to function as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to supervise Social Work Students and Grade 1 staff when needed.
• Compliance with AASW Code of Ethics and legal requirements of the Social Work profession.
• Hold a current Victorian driver’s licence.

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.

Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**