Social Worker Level 1/ 2 Blacktown Hospital

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1 / Level 2
Remuneration: $70,944 - $101,211 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Blacktown HospitalWhere you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is responsible for providing primary and secondary health care for people living in the Auburn, Blacktown, and The Hills Shire, Holroyd and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs) and tertiary care to residents of the Greater Western Region. We are committed to our vision of 'better health services for the people of western Sydney and beyond'. and to the delivery of health care or related services in line with our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment.What you'll be doing

• The Level 1/2 social work position is responsible for the provision of social work services to patients, families and carers of the hospital and local health district.
• The Level 1/2 Social Worker is able to exercise independent professional judgement on routine matters. They may require direct professional supervision from more senior staff members when performing novel, complex, or critical tasks.
• The Level 1/2 Social Worker will assist in the development of policies, procedures, standards and practices. They will be expected to participate in quality improvement activities, departmental committees and may be required to participate in clinical research activities.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume, and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.Essential requirements
Degree in Social Work with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Work (AASW).Selection Criteria * Demonstrated clinical experience or understanding of the needs of clients accessing the health care system.

• Demonstrated understanding of issues associated with working with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse client group.
• Demonstrated well-developed time management skills with excellent written and verbal communication, including report writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and / or clinical practice improvement activities.
• Ability to participate in the After Hours Crisis On Call Social Work Service.

Requisition ID: REQ489078
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For inquiries about the role, contact Lisa Coaster-Garton at or 0447 831 431Secure up to $12,000 for your health studies! NSW Health offers Tertiary Health Study Subsidies for 2024-2026. Open to new and graduating students entering NSW Health. Click for more info!People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.