Seeking a Social Worker for Hospital Setting
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate social worker to join our team at St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne. As a social worker in this hospital setting, you will play a vital role in ensuring that patients receive person-centred care.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the diverse issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
About the Role
* This is a casual position designed to provide support to our existing social work team.
* You will be working across multiple campuses, including Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew, and Werribee.
Responsibilities
1. Provide medical-focused social work services to patients with complex social needs.
2. Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to discharge patients with complex social issues.
3. Participate in Aged Care Assessment Service assessments and manage administrative tasks related to this process.
4. Assist in developing discharge plans consistent with patient assessments and implement these plans in a timely manner.
5. Identify patients with complex social issues early during their hospital episode and assist staff in addressing these concerns.
6. Participate in Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings if they occur on campus.
Requirements
* A minimum qualification of a Bachelor of Social Work.
* Proven experience working as a social worker in a hospital environment.
* In-depth knowledge of the Aged Care sector.
Benefits
* Join a high-performing team and a workplace with relationships built on mutual trust and respect.
* Professional advancement opportunities in a respectful, collaborative, and learning environment.
* Salary packaging available (pay less tax and increase your take-home pay).
* Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport.
* Option to join our workplace giving program, Give4Good.
* Great work-life balance with options to purchase additional leave.
* Staff discount on hospital admissions to any SVHA Private Hospital.
Why Choose Us?
We value our staff and offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you are a motivated and empathetic social worker looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.