Social Worker, headspace Permanent Part Time, 0.9EFT, Malvern
Collaborative highly skilled & supportive team environment
Thriving not for profit organisation, salary packaging
About Us
Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider with over 150 years of experience delivering inclusive, person-centered care across Melbourne's inner and outer east and northeast.
We value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), uphold strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, and respect the rights of First Nations peoples and we continue to build healthier lives through compassion, collaboration, and community-led care.
The Opportunity
Join our dynamic community healthcare organisation and make a real impact in the lives of young people. The focus of the Social Worker role is to provide engagement, assessment and support to young people aged 12-25 years at headspace Malvern.
The Social Worker will work within a multidisciplinary team to perform a variety of tasks, including supporting connection and engagement of young people, conducting developmentally appropriate biopsychosocial assessments, assessing and managing risk, and providing care coordination and brief intervention to a caseload of young people.
Key Responsibilities
* Respond to new referrals and 'duty calls' from young people, families, friends and referrers
* Engage with young people and families/friends with a welcoming and hopeful approach to ensure a positive experience at headspace Hawthorn
* Conduct initial appointments and risk assessments to ascertain the most appropriate support options for the young person, including safety planning for young people identified as being at risk
* Provide a 'no wrong door' response to all young people presenting for support, including (but not limited to) working in a dual-diagnosis framework and effectively screening and responding to young people with mental health, alcohol and other drug and other co-occurring issues
* Conduct psychosocial assessments
* Provide brief intervention, short-term counselling/case management and single session therapy using evidence-informed practice for young people where clinically appropriate and within scope of practice
Key Selection Criteria
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in social work, including eligibility for registration as a social worker with the AASW
* Demonstrated experience working in youth mental health, alcohol and other drugs, community or similar health services (minimum two years' experience is preferred)
* Demonstrated experience in care coordination, case management and brief intervention
* Demonstrated experience and relevant training in clinical risk assessment and management (including, but not limited to, suicide risk assessment and prevention
Attributes we value
* Genuine interest and passion working with young people
* Skills in working with young people across the 12-25-year age group and understanding of relevant social and developmental stages
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Excellent knowledge and understanding of the youth mental health and related services sector
* Demonstrated ability to work creatively and respectfully with young people from a diverse range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, including LGBTIQA+, culturally and linguistically diverse, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
* Effective time management and prioritisation skills
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
* Demonstrated behaviours consistent with AccessHC values
Access Health And Community Culture & Benefits
At AccessHC, we offer more than just a fulfilling career; we invest in our people and provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support.
Our team members share commitment and passion to make a positive impact and this ethos creates a range of benefits for our people from opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging.
The Position Encompasses An Extensive Range Of Benefits
* Supportive and values- based culture and engaged workforce
* Culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive
* Commitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditions
* Focus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth
* Paid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leave
* Annual leave loading
* Generous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/entertainment expenses)
Access Health and Community is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive working environment that embraces and values all people, regardless of cultural background, age, gender identity, sexuality or lived and living experience.
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