Senior Social Worker - Women And Children's Program

Position Title Senior Social Worker - Women and Children's program
Internal Only This position is open to employees of Eastern Health only
Employment Type Temporary Part Time
Location Box Hill Hospital
Award Classification Health Professionals (01) - Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026 - QUAL SOC WKR GR3 YR4
Hours (per fortnight) 45.60
Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted
The successful applicant to this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment Police Check.
Position Summary
Senior Social Worker (Women and Children's program)

• 3 days p/w temporary parental leave replacement until June 2026
• Box Hill Hospital
• Up to $114,359.40 P.A. (paid pro rata)

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 Senior Social Worker (Women and Children's program) role will provide clinical leadership, as well as co-lead the bed-based social work service in within the Women and Children's program at Box Hill Hospital.
About you

• Eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
• Evidence of current CPE, as per AASW requirements
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications, or commencement thereof, in Social Work or health field.
• Previous health care experience
• Specialist counselling experience and/or qualifications in bereavement / loss.
• Advanced social work, leadership and management skills as evidenced by seven or more years post qualifying professional experience.
• Demonstrates an advanced knowledge base specific to medical diagnoses and related social health issues
• Demonstrates the ability to undertake risk management across the continuum of care.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including demonstrated flexibility, proficient negotiation and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Capacity to work skilfully and creatively in an environment of completing values.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach and change management skills.
• Demonstrated high-level skills in supervising and teaching Social Workers, social work students and others.
• Strong conceptual skills to provide high-level advice to the Social Work Manager and Allied Health Program manager on program, practice and policy matters.
• Computer literacy
• Current Continuous Professional Development (CPD) requirements in line with AASW CPD standards

Desirable

• Understanding of the Australian health system and the Eastern Health organizational systems and an ability to identify and address systemic issues faced by patients/families and act on them appropriately.
• Evidence of involvement in, and understanding of, principles of research and/or evaluation.
• 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 !

• 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 .
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.**
Selection Criteria Essential: Must be eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers. Previous experience in Women and Children's social work practice.
Contact Person Rosie Kalogeropoulos
Contact Number (04) 1282 4870
Alternate Contact Person Jackie Orwin
Alternate Contact Number (04) 2310 0546
Closing Date 14/01/2024
Position Description Social Worker - Grade 3 PD (WC).pdf
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Please note that this position will close at 11:45pm on the closing date.
Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.