Social Worker

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent Part-Time, 64 hours per fortnight
• Grade 2 Social Worker (SC21-SC24)
• Caulfield Community Health Service- Caulfield Hospital
• Great staff benefits!

Department- Caulfield Community Health Service (CCHS)

The Caulfield Community Health Service (CCHS) provides a range of clinical and health promotion services for people of all ages who live, work or study within the local community. These multi-disciplinary services are provided in the centre, community, home or via Telehealth. CCHS operates from the Caulfield Hospital site. 

Position Summary

CCHS is seeking an experienced social worker with a passion for community-based clinical practice. The role sits within the multi-disciplinary Adult Health Team. You will be required to see Adult clients from a diverse background. You will be an integral member of the team  and  will work collaboratively to ensure the needs of clients and carers are addressed. 

You will be responsible for:

• The provision of advanced Adult Social Work services including:  high quality counselling, interim case management and casework. 
• Community-based psychosocial assessments to the Adult Health client cohort, with a majority aged focus.
• Individual and group work, advocacy, and outreach.
• Have an understanding of issues affecting clients experiencing Family Violence and a demonstrated ability to respond effectively to these issues.
• Demonstrate an understanding and experience in navigating pathways within the health care system (e.g. My Aged Care, NDIS, Commonwealth Home Support Program, Home Care Packages, VCAT)

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

1. Tertiary qualification in Social Work with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
2.  Social work skills and experience as evidenced by 3 or more years post qualifying experience relevant to community health

3.  Excellent communication skills, collaboration and problem-solving skills
4. Well developed computer skills and knowledge of working within an Electronic medical record will be required for this role

5.  Current Victorian driver’s licence

Staff Benefits

• Salary packaging and novated leasing are available via Maxxia
• Access to health and wellbeing incentives
• Opportunities for professional development
• Discounted health insurance

To submit an application for the Grade 2 Social Work position, please provide the following:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter

If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Kieran McGregor or Illanit Whiteman, Social Work/Team Leaders,  9076-6666

Applications close 11pm Monday 29th April 2024

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au