Social Worker

SA Health
Job reference: 866040
Location: 5540 - PORT PIRIE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

• Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Port Pirie
• Salary: $86,950 - $100,729 p.a. (pro rata) - Temporary Part Time (up to 8 August 2025) - AHP2

OverviewWe invite you to join our supportive and dynamic social work team at Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Port Pirie.Our rural generalist Social Workers pride themselves on being nonjudgmental, understanding privilege and power and engaging in anti-oppressive practice which incorporates cultural sensitivity.Our work is solution (goal) focused, striving to build the capacity of adult clients with the aim of self-empowerment and increased autonomy while respecting individual values. Please note, this role does not provide services to children.Supports and IncentivesThe successful candidate will have the benefit of the following (subject to availability and eligibility):- Up to $13,000 reimbursement for relocation costs (e.g. for travel, removalists)- 3 months free accommodation and subsidised rental accommodation for short term contracts (up to 1 year)- Professional supervision within your discipline to support professional and clinical development- Support in developing your career journey - whether you are an early career clinician or experienced leader, we can help- Minimum of $2000 per year for professional development and training (can include registrations, travel and accommodation)- A Transition to Professional Practice Program to support allied health professionals new to rural and remote practice in their first year of practice in a rural setting- A thorough orientation and buddy system to support relocation and transitionEligibilityYou will need to hold a recognised qualification within Social Work profession, and be eligible for practicing membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). As a self- regulated profession, it is desirable to participate in the AASW Continuing Professional education (CPE) Accreditation program.About usA career in the Yorke and Northern Local Health Network offers many great lifestyle benefits, including diverse job prospects and the opportunity to fast track your skills and career, not to mention your choice of scenery from farm, ocean, vineyards and the Southern Flinders ranges. View the below videos for more information about working for Yorke and Northern Local Health NetworkImportant InformationIn addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short about what salary packaging is.For information about Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found .Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances)SA Health Services are required to implement the in the workplace.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 866040EnquiriesMelanie Prior
Acting Team Leader - Healthy Living
08 8638 4735
melanie.prior@sa.gov.auApplication Closing Date28th June 2024 - 11.55PMAttachmentsFlexibility Statement
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.