Job Title: Social Worker - Diabetes Education
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Classification: Social Worker Grade 1 (SC11-SC16) OR Social Worker Grade 2 (SC2-SC24)
Location: Graham Street
For a confidential conversation please contact: Angela -
About GV Health:
At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person‑centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.
The Diabetes Centre at GV Health are looking for a Social Worker to join the team on a part‑time basis. This is an exciting new role within the team which will further enhance the multidisciplinary capacity of the service to clients with diabetes.
The Diabetes Centre aims to maintain, improve and promote the optimal health and wellbeing of people diagnosed with Diabetes Mellitus and those with complications of diabetes. It is responsible for improving client outcomes and reducing hospital readmissions. The program advocates for people with diabetes and is grounded in the principles and practices of a client‑centred approach to the provision of diabetes self‑management education.
The Social Worker in the team will provide a comprehensive service to both paediatric and adult clients of the Diabetes Centre. This will include the provision of psychosocial assessments, client advocacy, carer support, education, counselling, referral to other agencies or assisting clients to meet their identified needs. The role has a strong focus on continuous improvement, and the ongoing evaluation of the quality and outcomes of social work intervention.
If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'
* Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
* Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
* Paid parental leave
* Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
* A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
* Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
* Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi‑monthly and annual reward and recognition program
GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.
Pre‑employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre‑employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request.
GV Health reserves the right to vary pre‑employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.
Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.
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