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Form of workAlfred Health
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
Permanent Position
Full Time at 80 hours per fortnight including ADO
Grade 1 or 2Social Worker Classification (Depending on experience) SC12 - SC16 or SC21-SC24
Trauma/Neurosurgery Department
The Alfred Hospital Location
The Department
The Patient and Family Services Social Work Department operates in accordance with the philosophy and goals of The Alfred. A focus on quality of life and participation in care is a primary goal of the Department. Social Work aims to identify and address the psychosocial impacts of illness and hospitalisation for patients and their families by providing a range of services which increase quality of life and participation in care. Social Work also assists patients and their families with a smooth transition from hospital to home.
The Position Summary
The Social Worker is responsible for the provision of social work services to patients and their families/significant others within the Social work department. The Alfred is home to Australia’s busiest trauma centre and one of the largest and most advanced intensive care units (ICU) in the Southern Hemisphere and Alfred Health also delivers numerous community-based programs and 18 state-wide services. This role will work in the Trauma Social work service covering both Trauma and Neurosurgery. Flexibility to work within any of the units covered by the Social work service is essential, as is regular participation in the Department’s Priority System. An advanced knowledge of Acute Hospital systems is essential for this role.
Skills and Qualifications Required
Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
Bachelor of Social Work, or recognised equivalent
Experience in an acute or sub-acute hospital setting is preferable
This position may be required to work at any or all campuses of Alfred Health as and when required
A demonstrated knowledge of working in a Trauma unit will be essential to this role
Demonstrated expert knowledge in Social Work theory and practice skills will be crucial
Advanced Information technology skills and an advanced understanding of working within an Electronic medical record
Experience in working in a Trauma unit will be advantageous to this role
Staff Benefits:
Salary packaging and Novated leasing
Discounted Health Insurance and well-being benefits
Staff Carparking (subject to availability)
Onsite gym (Alfred Hospital)
Easy public transport access
If you are interested in this position or would like any further details, please contact Jaisto Joseph Trauma Team Leader on 9076 3026
Applications close Thursday, 7th March 2024
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au
