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Form of workAre you looking for a position where your work makes a HUGE difference in the lives of other people? Do you want to work with other people who have the same passion and intention to care for people who are vulnerable and need support, as you do? We are looking for you…
Banksia Palliative Care Service (Banksia) is a not-for-profit community based Palliative Care organisation providing services across Banyule, Nillumbik and Whittlesea councils, with offices situated in Heidelberg.
We have undergone continuous growth over recent years, and we are not finished yet - we are growing and are embarking on an exciting time!
We need a motivated, passionate, experienced Social Worker to join our dynamic, cohesive and caring clinical team. We want a person who is a great communicator, rises to the challenges of a changing environment, can identify and appreciate the strengths of people in diverse groups and strives to achieve productive outcomes each day, every day - we are looking for the right person.
We are currently embarking on an Aged Care Project to achieve better outcome for Palliative Client in Aged Care Facilities. Passion for social justice and dignity in death will be paramount to your role. If program development is of interest to you please apply!
Experience in Palliative Care is definitely an advantage, however not essential because we are willing to train and educate as we focus on achieving our goal to meet the needs of every palliative client in our region. What is essential is a positive, flexible attitude, a willingness to work in a dynamic space with dynamic people, and an interest in participating in the development and delivery of a model that is effective, contemporary and uniquely costumed to our individual client and carer needs.
Noting that our clients are people, sometimes children, who are living with a progressive terminal illness and require specialist Palliative Care in their home, the successful candidate will:
- Have an undergraduate degree in Social Work, with a minimum of 3 years post graduate experience (essential).
- Have demonstrable experience in providing psychosocial supports and advice, care planning, grief and bereavement support, and counselling to clients, families and carers.
- Have experience working in a community-based organisation (preferred but not essential).
- Be a strong, positive and engaged team member, who values the workplace culture and wellbeing of colleagues.
- Have a demonstrated ability to work autonomously, prioritise a demanding workload and respond effectively to competing demands while maintaining accountability.
- Be highly motivated with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Agree to undertake a National Police Check and Working-with-Children certification.
- Hold a current and unrestricted driver’s license.
- Be a permanent Australian resident.
Banksia will provide:
- Full Salary Packaging entitlements including meals and entertainment cards, and vehicle leasing.
- A Staff Wellness package which includes Team Days, education forums and a comprehensive EAP.
- Full orientation and structured support at commencement of employment and continuing as needed.
- Professional development and specialised training.
- A strong, positive, collaborative and nurturing workplace culture and a friendly, relaxed work environment.
NOTE: This is an office-based position - working from home is not offered.
Please direct all enquiries, and/or applications with a covering letter and an updated CV, to ***********@banksiapalliative.com.au or contact our office on (03) 9455 0*** and ask for Anna Pagnin, Support and Wellbeing Manager.
Applications close COB Friday 19/01/2024. NOTE: Applicants who meet the above criteria may be invited to interview prior to closing date.
