About the role and Location The purpose of this role is to provide Social Work clinical services, as a member of the multidisciplinary team, to the patients of the Ingham Health Service The town of Ingham is just over an hour's drive north from Townsville and offers a unique collection of culture, fresh produce and vast green landscapes.
Just a short drive southwest of Ingham provides an opportunity to discover the awe-inspiring Wallaman Falls, Australia's highest permanent single drop waterfall.
A little further north of the town is the pristine Hinchinbrook Island, a nature lover's paradise.
About your new employer Clinical Excellence The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise.
As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Career Growth and Development We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs.
Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support.
We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network.
Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Competitive salary and benefits: Casual hourly rate: $***** to $***** p.h. (HP3) About your opportunity In this role you will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and friendly multidisciplinary team where autonomy and innovation are highly valued, and ongoing learning and professional development opportunities are encouraged and supported.
Requirements: The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in social work that provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
Drivers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a C class vehicle, and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required.
Blue Card Checks: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act **** requires Queensland Health to seek a 'working with children check' from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position.
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This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
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Enquiries are welcome please contact: Bridget Webber on **************.
Applications close: Sunday, 14th December **** Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.