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SalaryRemuneration: $126,240 - $129,309 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: Residential Eating Disorders Centre - Charlestown (Until the new facility is completed, this position will be located at Mater Mental Health Centre, Waratah)
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker. Level 5.
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ469832
Applications Close: Sunday 16th June 2024About the role:This role will see you provide professional/clinical leadership and consultation in the implementation of the Statewide Residential Eating Disorders Centre (REDC) Model of Care whilst actively engaging and leading quality, research and service development initiatives.As a member of our senior clinical care coordination team, you will work closely with the manager to provide leadership and governance and ensure a Social Work perspective is embedded into all aspects of service development and delivery. You will conduct comprehensive, collaborative, and individualised client care.This is an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker, who has extensive experience working with people with an eating disorder and has a passion for being an integral member of a dynamic multidisciplinary team in the development of a new and innovative service model.Where you’ll be working:The first of its kind for NSW, REDC will be located in Charlestown, 15km from Newcastle CBD. With good connectivity to community and transport, the space is a perfect balance of a natural bushland setting within a residential area.This 12 bed, brand new, purpose built facility will provide an innovative model of care for people 16 years and over with an eating disorder, in a homelike environment.You will be linked with the Social Work clinical network of Hunter New England Mental Health. This includes linkage with Social Work Head of Discipline, regular professional network meetings, access to regular supervision, ongoing education and professional development relevant to the role.About You:We are looking for someone who is experienced and competent in the treatment of Eating Disorders with exceptional interpersonal skills and a flexible approach. You should be a team player, with the ability to display warmth and compassion for others.This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about improving services for people with an eating disorder. You will be confident in the value of the social context in recovery and able to establish the role of Social Work in this treatment setting.Benefits:
- ADO's each month (for full time employees)
- Sustainable Healthcare:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
- Must hold a qualification in Social Work and membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
- Eligible to drive in NSW.
- Must hold a valid Working with Children Check.
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
2) Find out more about for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Rachel McGloin on Rachel.McGloin@health.nsw.gov.auInformation for Applicants:Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: .This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
