About The Role
This position will deliver specialist DFV training and cultural change activities to health clinicians, to ensure understanding that DFV is a health issue. This role will also contribute as a part of West Moreton's First Nations Health Equity plan to increase access to health care for First Nations people.
What We're Looking For
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
* Demonstrated knowledge and skills in contemporary Social Work practice, with a focus on assessing complex psychosocial needs of patients, families and carers and applying independent professional judgement to a complex caseload, with an ability to take a leadership role within Social Work and the multi-disciplinary team for the rapid clinical assessment and intervention planning for individuals and families, ensuring timely identification of patient's needs, service provision, and discharge planning.
* Demonstrated knowledge of Domestic and Family Violence and Health legislation to inform integrated responses with appropriate safeguards.
* Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritise and manage own time to meet and provide clinical advice to senior staff and other stakeholders.
* Demonstrated effective communication and service engagement skills to develop sustainable partnerships in service development and professional development of self and others in a dynamic environment.
* Demonstrated commitment to self-development and clinical supervision skills for social workers and students to enhance care delivery, and assist with the development, implementation and monitoring of service quality assurance, staff education and collaborative research.
Mandatory Requirements
* 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 Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.
We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.
At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.
As a Child Safe Organisation, At West Moreton Health
* We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
* We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
* We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.
Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.
To read more on what it's like to work for West Moreton Health:
Why choose us
* Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
* Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
* Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
* Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
* Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
* A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.
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. Applications remain current for a period of 12 months & may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Further information: We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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