Part time (0.8) fixed term role available for 12 months Parkville location, with multiple public transport options available $88,467 - $101,691 (pro-rata) salary packaging super 5 weeks annual leave This is a special measures role and only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are eligible to apply, as per the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. The Royal Women’s Hospital is located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders both past and present, and acknowledge all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the first people of this nation. We are one of Australia’s oldest and most distinguished tertiary hospitals dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and newborns, offering specialised services within maternity, neonatal and women’s health. Our goal is to be the best place to work, learn and contribute, and to provide exceptional experiences for our patients and consumers. About the team Social Work at the Women’s aims to improve the health and wellbeing of women and babies attending the Women’s. Social Work embraces a view of women's health that is holistic and considers women’s social, physical, emotional and cultural well-being. Our social workers offer support to women through their maternity, neonatal, gynaecological and oncology experiences and provide advocacy, counselling, support and information for women in response to health and social needs. About the role We are seeking a Social Worker who is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, who is accepted by the Victorian Aboriginal Community as such, to provide culturally-specific care to First Nations patients accessing care at the Women’s. In this role you’ll work closely with the Social Work team, the Baggarrook team which offers caseload midwifery care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, and Badjurr-Bulok Wilam, our Aboriginal Health Service. A regular day will see you: Provide quality patient-focused care to First Nations patients and their carers and Communities through culturally safe, competent, evidence-based clinical skills relating to psychosocial assessment, interventions including crisis intervention, short-term counselling, bereavement care, advocacy, community liaison, referral and discharge planning Ensure prompt assessment of newly referred patients Engage the Victorian Aboriginal Community-Controlled Health Organisation sector as requested and required for patient care About you To be considered for this role you will need to identify and be acknowledged by Community as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Please articulate your connection to Country in your cover letter. You will be someone with excellent interpersonal skills who has the ability to build strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You’ll possess a communication style that is collaborative and engaging, with a commitment to providing excellence in patient care. You’ll bring with you: Relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work as well as meeting eligibility requirements for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Demonstrated high level theoretical understanding and intersectional approach to your clinical practice in relation to working with victim/survivors of family violence and sexual assault and knowledge of working with complex trauma and the child protection system Sound knowledge and understanding of the relevance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, society and kinship networks in relation to the provision of healthcare The ability to manage a demanding workload, and effectively prioritise tasks, seeking guidance and support as appropriate Our benefits At the Women’s you will enjoy a culture that is collaborative, supportive and passionate about learning. We have a strong sense of purpose, and engage in meaningful work every day. We offer our people a range of rewarding benefits, including: Up to $11,660 in salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted financial, lifestyle and health options, and a comprehensive wellbeing program Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists Onsite post office, eateries, retail stores and library services Breastfeeding and pumping rooms, and a range of day care centres nearby Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, and purchased leave options Inclusion and belonging The Women’s celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles. We are committed to gender equity principles, and our people have an awareness of and sensitive approach to violence against women and family violence matters. We are proudly Breastfeeding Association accredited. Join us! If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and a valid Working with Children Check. Clinical staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, COVID-19, influenza, and a range of other diseases. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, or if you require an accessible copy of the position description, you are most welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply. For more information, please view the Position Description for this role. For a confidential discussion, please contact Dimitria Katsikis on (03) 8345 3071 or [email protected]. Application closing date: Sunday 1st June 2025