Job Opportunity: Social Worker Violence, Abuse and Neglect Level 3
The role of a Social Worker Violence, Abuse and Neglect (VAN) is to provide clinical social work interventions for VAN presentations in Hospital and Emergency Departments at Scone, Muswellbrook, and Singleton Hospitals. This position covers the Hunter Valley area, including Singleton, Muswellbrook, Scone, and surrounding remote communities.
Key Responsibilities
* Psychosocial Assessment and Intervention: Demonstrate advanced skills in psychosocial assessment, trauma-informed response, and intervention; act as a consultant within the Hunter Valley sector and contribute to case planning and service referrals.
* Child Protection and Domestic Violence Screening Training: Assist in delivering child protection and domestic violence screening training to health staff and support staff to meet mandatory reporting requirements under the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act NSW 1998.
* Consultation and Support: Support managers at Safety Action Meetings under the NSW Safer Pathway initiative by providing consultation on domestic and family violence and attend local Sector Safe Start Meetings.
What We Offer
* Sustainable Healthcare: A commitment to providing high-quality healthcare services that are sustainable and effective.
* Flexible Work Arrangements: Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees), 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees).
* Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – supporting work-life balance.
* Employee Benefits: Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing, Fitness Passport for health and well-being – discounted gym options, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
* Collaborative Environment: Opportunity to work with non-clinical and clinical professionals.