Project Officer- Social Worker Grade 2

About Peninsula Health Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of 300,000 people. Our Vision is to provide exceptional health and community care. To realise this vision we need people who strive for a sense of achievement, take an interest in their individual growth, enjoy innovation and looking for ways to improve and have a passion for communicating and connecting with others. In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.What You Will Be Doing Peninsula Health is looking for a grade two qualified Social Worker to join our team as part of the Strengthening Hospital Responses to Family Violence (SHRFV) program. This role will assist in meeting SHRFV deliverables in continuing to improve our systems and best practice capabilities in supporting people impacted by family violence. This includes contributing to the upcoming System Audit Family Violence Evaluation (SAFE) research.What You NeedWe anticipate you will meet the following essential criteria:•tA tertiary qualification in Social Work- Eligible for membership of AASW •tExcellent interpersonal skills.•tExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including a demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively with a diversity of stakeholders. •tKnowledge and understanding of family violence policy and service delivery environment.•t Excellent organisational and time-management skills.•t Ability to work effectively in both a team environment and independently when required.•tCompetency in the use of Microsoft Office applicationsWhat NextIf you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact us - the People Experience Team on (03) 9784 2700. Additional RequirementsPeninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply. We are also strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process. To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/ *Please refer to salary circular for Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021- 2026 for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.This role must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and meet the requirements of the Peninsula Health immunisation policy.Join Peninsula Health and help us to deliver safe, personal, effective & connected care to every person, every time.