Senior Social Worker Role
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated professional to join our wellbeing team as a Senior Social Worker. This role will involve collaborating with student support teams to enhance access to mental health services, helping create a stronger and healthier school community.
This statewide initiative aims to provide every student with access to a wellbeing professional, right where they need it most.
About the Opportunity
The successful candidate will work in a remote Aboriginal community, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and natural beauty. As a valued member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students and their families.
This role offers a unique chance to be part of a multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively to provide comprehensive support services to students and their families.
Key Responsibilities
* Assess client needs, develop care plans, connect clients with resources and services, and advocate for their rights.
* Provide professional services specific to the social work discipline, operating in an advisory and advocacy capacity.
* Respond to the needs of the student population and school community, providing personal and family counselling, therapy, and group work.
* Facilitate referrals to other allied health professionals and provide service and care coordination for students' wellbeing and mental health.
* Support school communities in responding to critical incidents and emergencies as a part of the school response team.
What We Offer
* Flexible work options, including accrual of time off for school holidays.
* 12.75% superannuation available.
* Salary packaging.
* Ongoing and regular internal supervision.
* Peer supervision.
* PD Allowance and internal PD offerings.
* Work phone and laptop supplied.
The successful candidate will have access to Department of Education housing and may be entitled to relocation support.
How to Apply
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees.
* Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.