Employment Type : Temporary Part Time (Until 30/04/2024) Position Classification : Social Worker Level 1/2 Location : Nepean Hospital Remuneration : $35.78 - $51.04 per hour Hours Per Week : 19 Requisition ID : REQ462848 Applications Close : 25/02/2024 With CORE Values of C ollaboration, O penness, R espect and E mpowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role. What we can offer you (for eligible employees): · Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging · Novated Leasing · Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year · Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members · Fitness Passport What you will be doing: ? The Social Work position is part of the Women & Children's Social Work Team based in Nepean Hospital. The team covers Women & Children Outpatient Clinics, Postnatal Ward, Ante-natal Ward, Birthing Unit, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Paediatric Ward, the Foetal Monitoring & Assessment Unit, inpatient and outpatient gynaecology referrals and Safe Start. Also covers physical abuse & neglect of children assessments in the Emergency Department. Social Work looks at the complex interactions between individuals as patients, their environment outside the hospital, and the treatment process within the hospital setting. Social Work recognises that illness, pregnancy and admission to hospital involve adjustment within the individual and within his/her relationships with his/her community. It also recognises that in the process of admission and treatment in hospital the patient experiences a degree of loss of control and independence. It is in this context that social work takes a central role in the hospital goal of fostering the psychological, emotional and social well-being of patients and their families. Social Work provides a service to both the patient and the organisation. Our service to patients is in identifying and dealing with psychosocial problems that arise as a result of, or that are contributing to problems in adjusting to the crisis of illness, treatment and hospitalisation. Our service to the organisation is in identifying and dealing with psychosocial problems that hinder the smooth transition of patients through the hospital treatment system. We recognise that these two aspects of our service work together toward the paramount goal of patient well-being. If psychosocial problems are resolved then a smooth transition is facilitated, and conversely, a smooth transition will enhance the patient’s emotional and social well-being. An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.? About us: Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean and Blue Mountains and Lithgow Region.? NBMLHD : is committed to achieving a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, refugees, people of diverse genders and sexuality, and people with disability. All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). Additionally, Category A workers are required to receive a booster dose three months after completing the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations. New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate (IM011 immunisation medical exemption form) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW. Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa. Selection Criteria to be Addressed : Degree in Social Work with eligibility for membership of the AASW Experience working with women and children, including demonstrated skills in advocacy, mediation and conflict resolution Demonstrated knowledge of issues related to domestic violence, adolescent pregnancy and drugs in pregnancy Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and applications of child protection guidelines Demonstrated knowledge of grief and loss issues Demonstrated ability to time manage efficiently Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multi- disciplinary team High level of written and oral communication skills and basic computer skills Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Jenella Cottle on Jenella.Cottlehealth.nsw.gov.au