Regional Clinical Senior Social Worker

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, Community Health, Regional
• Salary $101,124 - $108,467 per annum - Ongoing Full Time - AHP3

The Senior Social Worker is an experienced and highly competent clinician who delivers quality services and/or provides clinical/professional leadership to allied health professionals working in the Flinders and Upper North rural and remote areas of South Australia. 

Responsible for contributing to improvements in the quality, safety and community needs-driven distribution of services Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, the Senior Social Worker works with allied health staff, managers and other stakeholders on model of care and workforce development initiatives.

The successful applicant must hold a recognised qualification within the relevant Allied Health Profession, and be eligible for (full) membership of the Social Work Professional Association. For those professions requiring Registration all requirements to obtain and maintain current registration must be fulfilled. For self-regulated professions it is desirable to participate in the professional associations’ accredited continuing professional development program.

A current driver’s license is essential, as is a willingness to drive on country roads and travel in light air craft as required. Intra state travel and interstate travel may be required.  

In addition to the annual salary package, we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, employer superannuation contributions and leave loading.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Screening/Check and specific immunisation requirements.  COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement under the Public Health Act 2011 (Healthcare Setting Workers Vaccination) (COVID-19) to work in SA Health/health care setting.

FUNLHN welcomes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and values the expertise, cultural knowledge and life experiences they bring to the workplace. FUNLHN is a culturally inclusive work environment that is respectful of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.  Suitably qualified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given preference as a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and sections 34(2) and 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA).

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.

When you join our dynamic workforce you will escape the hustle and bustle of city life and be able to take advantage of the endless possibilities for adventure relaxation, recreation and sightseeing. In The Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, you can experience cultural diversity, outback locations and regional city conveniences, whilst working in innovative roles to improve the community's health outcomes and wellbeing.

Applications close: 26 January 2023
 
For further information and to apply visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/careers and search for Job Ref:813224.
 
Contact:
Daniel Johnson
0407 611 ***
**************@sa.gov.au