Senior Social Worker - Inpatients and Outpatients at PCH
Perth Children's Hospital > Allied Health; Department of Social Work – Nedlands WA
$122,597 - $130,265 a year
Part time, Casual/Temporary, Full time, Contract, Permanent
Closing Date: 4:00 PM
About the Role
Support our young patients and their families through health challenges. Work closely with a medical speciality and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities of the Role
* Working collaboratively as a multidisciplinary team member to conduct psychosocial assessments and carry out interventions with patients and their families.
* Providing counselling, advocacy and support to families to access additional support services.
* Offering education and training to families and staff on a range of topics related to your clinical practice.
* Actively participating in and providing clinical supervision to Social Workers and Social Work students.
Please note a tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers is a requirement for this role.
Resources can be provided to support transition from an adult care environment.
Application Requirements
* A copy of your current CV outlining your most recent and relevant work experience.
* A statement addressing the selection criteria as per the Job Description Form (attached) in 2-3 pages. Please use this statement to confirm how you have demonstrated the required skills, experience and knowledge for this role.
* Evidence of a Tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligible for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers or the Society of Professional Social Workers; evidence from the AASW of assessment of an overseas social work qualification and AASW membership eligibility.
* The name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a confidential report (we will contact you and seek your confirmation prior to contacting your listed referees).
Contact Information
For further job related information: contact Angela Tsuroon ************@health.wa.gov.au or 0*** with any specific questions related to this role.
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Eligibility to Apply
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Fixed term and/or casual contracts can be held by individuals on visas that allow working rights within Australia.
Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check
This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
Other Conditions
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
Recruitment Pool Information
This is a recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted: Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30 June 2026.
About CAHS
The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State's only dedicated 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 Mental Health Services (CAMHS).
With over 7000 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the Perth metropolitan area.
Support for 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 Talent Acquisition Team prior to your interview.
You can reach the team via ***************@health.wa.gov.au or by calling 0***. All enquiries will be treated confidentially.
Late or Email Applications
Applications received on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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