Social Worker (Lvl 1-2) - Transitional Aged Care Program - Temp PT
South Western Sydney Local Health District
REQ669615
Requisition ID: REQ669615
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, 24 hours per week until May 2027
Remuneration: Social Worker Level 1-2: $38.51 - $54.94 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Fairfield Community Health Centre
Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a dedicated, outgoing and purpose driven Social Worker to join the district-wide multidisciplinary Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP) team. This role is an amazing opportunity for a Social Worker to build on their experience by working with a diverse client base of older people living in the community. Through the TACP program you will be working with clients who have a wide range of challenges, and you will have the opportunity to work with clients with specific goals in mind. Whilst working with the clients you will have the opportunity to view their life as a whole and empower them in their homes to achieve their goals. You will have the chance to work with families and the wider community to provide a holistic approach to the client care. You will also work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care to our clients.
As the Social Worker you will have a keen interest in professional development, clinical supervision, teaching and quality improvement activities including service promotion and development activities. If you are ready to provide purpose driven, goal orientated social work services in a community setting/Residential Aged Care Facility, can work independently and autonomously throughout South Western Sydney Local Health District and support your professional colleagues while changing the lives of your older clients, click APPLY NOW and make a real difference.
Are You the Right Fit?
This role is a true challenge and will allow you to develop skills which cannot be achieved in a private or hospital setting. You will be working amongst a team of Social Workers in an Allied Health team. You will become a part of your client's life and see changes which will last a lifetime for these clients. This is a great way to facilitate your learning and build your skills for any future setting. You will be able to build positive working relationships with other community services and develop a rapport within the wider Local Health District services. If you are a ready to undertake purpose driven, goal orientated social worker in a community setting/Residential Aged Care Facility, work independently and autonomously and change the lives of your older clients, click APPLY NOW and make a real difference.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
* A Social Work degree which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
* Demonstrated experience/sound knowledge of the current My Aged Care guidelines/systems.
* Demonstrated experience/sound knowledge of the current processes required for RACF respite/permanent placement.
Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
Additional Information
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We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Temporary visa holders
May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.
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