Senior Social Worker - Inpatients and Outpatients at PCH
Part time, Casual/Temporary, Full time, Contract, Permanent
Supportour young patients and their families through healthchallenges
Workclosely with a medical speciality and as part of amultidisciplinary team
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This is a RecruitmentPool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term FullTime, Fixed Term Part Time and Casual appointment(s) with thepossibility of extension(s).
We currently have a varietyof Full Time, Part Time and shift work positionsavailable
We currently have weekendand public holiday positions available.
We are seeking dynamic andmotivated Social Workers to join our team. This is an excitingopportunity to make a difference in the lives of children, youngpeople and their families.
Aboutthe Role
As a Senior Social Worker, you will help children and families navigate the challenges thatcan arise from their health condition.
You will apply knowledgedrawn from experience in a clinical setting to understand theemotional, social, and psychological needs of our young patientsand their families. You will work with families in situationsinvolving the diagnosis of a health condition, disability,child-protection, trauma and bereavement.
Key responsibilities of therole include:
* Workingcollaboratively as a multidisciplinary team member to conductpsychosocial assessments and carry out interventions withpatients and their families
* Providing counsellingadvocacy and support to families to access additional supportservices
* Offeringeducation and training to families and staff on a range oftopics related to your clinical practice
* Activelyparticipating in and providing clinical supervision to SocialWorkers and Social Work students.
Please note a tertiaryqualification in Social Work and eligibility for full membership ofthe Australian Association of Social Workers is a requirement forthis role.
Resources can beprovided to support transition from an adult careenvironment.
Aboutour Department
Based at Perth Children'sHospital, our dedicated team of Social Workers, Aboriginal HealthLiaison Officers and Welfare Officers offer a wide range ofservices to inpatients and outpatients from birth to 16 years ofage.
Designed to assist familiesin managing the practical, personal, and emotional impacts ofillness, disability, and hospitalisation, our comprehensiveservices include specialist counselling and crisis assistance,advocacy for patient needs, education, liaison with other servicesand referral to community-based resources.
Health issues can deeplyimpact the emotional and social well-being of children and theirfamilies. As part of a holistic approach to each child's care, wework closely with a medical, nursing, and allied healthprofessionals to assess needs and provide compassionatesupport.
We believe that every childdeserves the best possible start in life, and at times we continueto work with some families even after they leave the hospital,which includes travelling to support rural and regionally basedout-patients.
How to apply
Wewelcome your application via the 'Apply for Job' button at thebottom of this page. Please note, applicants must have a current,valid email address in order to apply online. This email addresswill be used for communication with applicants. Your applicationshould contain the following:
* A copyof your current CV outlining your most recent and relevant workexperience.
* Astatement addressing the selection criteria as per the JobDescription Form (attached) in 2-3 pages. Please use thisstatement to confirm how you have demonstrated the requiredskills, experience and knowledge for this role.
* Evidenceof a Tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligible forfull membership of the Australian Association of Social Workersor the Society of Professional Social Workers OREvidencefrom the AASW of assessment of an overseas social workqualification and AASW membership eligibility.
* Thename, email and contact details oftworefereeswho can be contacted to provide aconfidential report (we will contact you and seek yourconfirmation prior to contacting your listedreferees).
These documents should becomplete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Pleaseensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online applicationprocess as you will be required to answer various questions andattach your documentation.
For Further Job RelatedInformation
We encourage youto contact Angela Tsuroon ************@health.wa.gov.au or 0*** with any specific questions related tothis role.
Eligibility toApply
Australian citizenship or permanentresidency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Fixed termand/or casual contracts can be held by individuals on visas thatallow working rights within Australia.
Other Conditions
WAHealth engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WAHealth policies require applicants to undertake a criminal recordsscreening and integrity checking as part of the appointmentprocess. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening andintegrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a workingwith children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employmenthealth assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrityand past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note thatadverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicantbut will be considered as part of the appointmentprocess.
WA Health is committed toeliminating all formsof discrimination in the provision ofour service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourageapplications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds andpeople with disabilities.
In addition, we arecommitted to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA HealthAboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality,Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to thisposition and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples areencouraged to apply.
Recruitment Pool
This is a recruitment pool,and as such the following should be noted:
Suitable applicants will beplaced in a pool from which appointments may be made when similarvacancies occur.Appointments may be made from this pool until30 June 2026.
AboutCAHS
The Child and AdolescentHealth Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service providerfor paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State's onlydedicated health service for infants, children, and young people.CAHS comprises three service areas: Perth Children's Hospital (PCH)and Neonatology, Community Health, and Child and Adolescent MentalHealth Services (CAMHS).
With over 7000 employees,our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward MemorialHospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160community clinics across the Perth metropolitan area.
Benefits and Values
For further informationabout the benefits of working for CAHS, please clickhereandfor further information regarding CAHS' services, pleaseclickhere
CAHSvalues:To achieve our vision ofhealthykids, healthy communities, CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our valuesofCompassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During theselection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. Ifyou have any questions regarding this, please contact the personnamed in this advert.
Support for your interview process
CAHS is committed to ensuring that our interview process meets the access needs of all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate a disability, enhance access, or support your inclusion and success during the interview, please contact the CAHS TalentAcquisition Team prior to your interview.
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