Job title: Social Worker
Company: Queensland Government
Job description: Are you a qualified Social Worker looking for your next journey?
Here in the Adult Mental Health Inpatient Unit, we care for people who require inpatient care for mental health. If you’re passionate about helping people, working in the healthcare industry can be one of the most rewarding career choices there is.
Rockhampton presents an attractive beach-to-bush lifestyle full of activities and adventure for everyone.
Your next chapter awaits!
Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health – Mental Health Clinicians
Classification HP3
Workplace Location Rockhampton region
Job ad reference QLD/RK4C553017
Closing date 08-Apr-2024
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Fortnightly salary
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Salary Other
Job duration
Contact person Audra Boulton
Contact details (07) 4920 6154
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About us:
At the Adult Acute Mental Inpatient Unit (AMHIU) we care for people over the age of 18 years who require inpatient care for treatment of mental health. The AMHIU is located on the Rockhampton Hospital campus and comprises of 20 Low Dependency beds and three High Dependency beds.
At the Older Persons Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit (OPMHIU), we provide acute care and management for older people (generally over 65) who have severe mental health disorders and require inpatient admission. The OPMHIU is located on the Rockhampton Hospital campus and comprises of eight beds.
About the role:
The Mental Health Inpatient Social Worker provides key interventions including psychosocial assessment, individual-family-carer-based interventions, group interventions and advocacy as well as provide a Social Work lens to the multidisciplinary team. Further, they demonstrate high standards of clinical care that are responsive to the consumers presenting issues and informed by existing evidence and guidelines.
About you:
To be successful in this role you must have:
- A tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification from an accredited tertiary institution in Social Work as well as eligibility for full membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
- Status as an AASW accredited Mental Health Social Worker would be highly regarded.
- The ability to demonstrate knowledge and skill in the provision of Mental Health, Alcohol, and other Drugs Social Work clinical services to clients of all ages across the continuum of care that includes inpatients and outpatients with limited clinical practice supervision.
- The skill to set realistic work goals, establish work priorities and work autonomously to deliver timely and efficient routine Social Work services.
- The ability to contribute to the development of procedures and protocols and participate in quality service improvement activities that promote a safe work environment, improve patient care & foster enhanced clinical outcomes.
- Strong communication skills, providing clients, families and stakeholders with a professional and flexible service that meets their needs.
What we offer:
Salary information:
Total remuneration value of up to $128,706 p.a. is comprised of:
- A salary between $42.40 – $56.89 p.h.
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
Other benefits include:
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Education Opportunities – Study and Research
- Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
- Generous Salary Sacrificing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:
- Your current CV or resume, including referees.
- A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
- Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
For assistance, contact and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK4C553017.
Applications close: Monday, 8 April 2024
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .
This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link – Workforce Attraction Incentive Guideline Scheme
Documents
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Information Package for Applicants
Role Description
Expected salary: $128706 per year
Location: Rockhampton, QLD
Job date: Tue, 19 Mar 2024 02:13:08 GMT
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