Social Worker Senior Cancer Care — Brisbane, Brisbane Region
Expired

About the role The purpose of the role is to provide high level clinical leadership and evidence based Social Work clinical services in accordance with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Professional Practice Standards and Code of Ethics. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment, this position provides leadership to achieve optimum psychosocial outcomes for consumers families and carers seen by the Cancer Care Coordinators and coordinating the provision of social work services to cancer patients. The position may be required to work in various rural facilities across West Moreton Health. About you Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following: Competence and experience in delivering social work clinical services in accordance with the Australian Association of Social Work (AASW) Code of Ethics and Professional Practice Standards using well developed psychosocial assessments and intervention skills and specialist expertise in evidence informed clinical care, support, and advocacy in the health care system. Commitment and leadership for active and ongoing professional development, research and supervision and to meet the CPD hours set by the AASW. Competence in professional clinical practice across multiple specialities, adherence to defined service standards and the management of complex patient/client care for culturally and linguistically diverse clients , whilst exercising a degree of independence and professional decision making, accessing clinical practice supervision and guidance as required. Effective written communication skills including psychosocial assessments, correspondence with service providers and clinical reports and the provision of practice within the medico legal requirements. Competence in communication, negotiation, consultation, advocacy and interpersonal skills to be independent in effective problem-solving including conflict resolution and to work cooperatively with other professionals and contribute positively to all interactions in the workplace at all levels. Mandatory Requirements: Ability to undertake work on the Social Work, After Hours on call roster with the requirement of 7 days a week rostering availability. This position requires the incumbent to operate a motor vehicle, and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required. Proof of this endorsement must be produced before commencement of duties. This role provides health, counselling and support services that may involve children will require a blue card. Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16 About West Moreton Health West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships. To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community - Follow this link Benefits 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply) 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation Professional development Salary sacrificing options Wellness programs Employee Assistance Service (EAS). To apply Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Applications close Sunday, 9 February 2025
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