Rehabilitation in the Home (RITH) provides short to medium term hospital substitution allied health therapy for patients at home. The service aims to facilitate early supported discharge from hospitals or avoidance of hospital admission for patients.
Locations
* East: Armadale, Royal Perth Hospital, South Guildford
* South: Fremantle, Rockingham, Mandurah
RITH is currently seeking passionate Senior Social Workers to join our team in the following capacity:
* North RITH - 1 FTE Permanent position. Based at the Joondalup RITH office with leave cover at SCGH. Immediate start.
* South RITH - 0.6-0.7 FTE Permanent position (0.2-0.3 FTE based at Fremantle and 0.4 based at one of the three south RITH bases). The position will commence in the latter half of 2026, and may be consolidated into one position or split depending on the applicant's preferences and suitability.
About the Role
The successful applicant(s) will be a part of a multidisciplinary team, providing Social Work input to patients in the clinical specialty area of RITH using advanced Social Work clinical practice skills. This Senior Social Worker role plans, implements, coordinates, and evaluates the delivery of Social Work services with a focus on patient safety and quality of care. The role practices in accordance with the Australian Association of Social Workers Practice Standards 2023, the Code of Ethics 2020, the Society of Professional Social Workers Code of Ethics, and SMHS policies and guidelines.
Responsibilities
* Provide Social Work input within the RITH multidisciplinary team.
* Plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate delivery of Social Work services.
* Ensure practice aligns with professional standards and ethics.
* Support patient safety and quality of care initiatives.
Background of Service
South Metropolitan Health Service delivers quality, safe, and effective hospital and health services within a catchment area stretching more than 3,300 square kilometres across the southern half of Perth.
Benefits
* Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Flexible leave arrangements.
* Other professional and location-based allowances.
Eligibility
Applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed‐term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a visa that allows indefinite residence and work in Australia (for permanent appointments).
Equal Opportunity Statement
WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health's Aboriginal Workforce Policy and to achieving equality. Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. Applicants will be required to undertake criminal records screening, integrity checks, and potentially a "working with children" check and pre‐employment health assessment. Referees may be asked to comment on integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
Application Process
* Contact for North RITH vacancy: Luke Speering at 0481 483 123
* Contact for South RITH vacancy: Sarah Morriss at 09 9431 3898
* Include a copy of your current CV
* Include a statement addressing essential selection criteria 2‐6 (no more than 3 pages)
* Include the names and contact details of two current referees
* Complete online application within the 12‐month validity period.
* Do not submit after 4:00 pm on the closing date. Late or email applications will not be considered.
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