Role Overview
The Orange Health Service is seeking a skilled and compassionate Senior Social Worker to provide psychosocial care to cancer patients, carers, and relatives.
This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality social work services in a dynamic rural setting.
About The Role
* Provide psychosocial assessments and crisis interventions to support individuals affected by cancer.
* Offer short-term individual and group counselling, as well as complex psychological support.
* Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients and their families.
* Develop professional knowledge and skills through quality improvement activities and workplace education.
The successful candidate will be part of a vibrant and diverse community, with opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by cancer.
Key Responsibilities
1. To conduct thorough psychosocial assessments and develop tailored plans to address the needs of cancer patients and their carers.
2. To provide crisis intervention and short-term counselling to individuals experiencing distress related to cancer.
3. To work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care that addresses the physical, emotional, and social needs of patients and their families.
4. To participate in quality improvement activities and contribute to the development of evidence-based practices within the social work department.
Benefits
This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic rural setting, with access to ongoing training and professional development. As an employee of Western NSW LHD, you will have the chance to contribute to improved health outcomes for Aboriginal people and make a positive impact on the community.
Requirements
* Applicants should possess a strong background in social work, with experience working in cancer services or a related field.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role, as is the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals.
* A commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centered care is paramount.