Social Worker Grade 2 - Ambulatory Aged Care Programs
Shepparton, Shepparton & Goulburn Valley VIC
Psychology, Counselling & Social Work (Healthcare & Medical)
Job Title: Social Worker - Ambulatory Aged Care Programs (AACP)
Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time
Job close date: 22/09/2024
For a confidential conversation please contact: Karen Ackland on 5832 8100
About GV Health:
At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.
An opportunity exists for a motivated individual to join the Ambulatory Aged Care Programs (AACP) as a Social Worker. The Social Worker is responsible for the planning and implementation of high-quality Social Work interventions for a diverse consumer population. Applicants seeking full-time work are encouraged to discuss opportunities with Karen for a shared sub-acute admitted social worker role.
Responsibilities:
The GV Health Ambulatory Aged Care Program consists of 3 programs: Transition Care Program (TCP), Restorative Care Program (REST) and GEM in The Home (GITH). These services are aimed at restoring clients' health and wellbeing through a multidisciplinary approach that is time-limited and goal-oriented. Social Work services are client-focused, efficient and effective and meet established standards of excellence. Social Work involves the provision of psychosocial assessment, counselling, support (emotional and practical), case management, crisis intervention, and advocacy to patients, their families and significant others.
The successful applicant will have:
- An approved tertiary qualification in Social Work
- Membership and/or eligibility for membership of the AASW is maintained and working within scope of practice
- Well-developed time management and critical thinking skills, the ability to prioritise tasks and work under minimal supervision
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment
- A sound knowledge of computer-based software applications including Word/Excel/database management systems is also required
This is a fulfilling and rewarding role, suited to those who enjoy a challenge and who demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills.
Benefits:
- Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
- Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
- Paid parental leave
- Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
- A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
- Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
- Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program
GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Three (3) COVID-19 vaccination doses are a mandatory requirement for all roles and seasonal Influenza vaccination (where mandated). Further pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, further immunisations.
GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.
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