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Senior Social Worker (Clinical and Academic)
1. Mental Health, Shepparton
2. Fixed Term
3. Full - time
About Us
At GV Health we are so much more than a regional health service. As the largest employer in the region, we work with purpose and pride and are committed to respecting and embracing diversity, inclusion and accessibility for our people and community.
Our skilled and committed team of Mental Health professionals provide an innovative range of services for individuals suffering from, or at risk of, serious mental health problems requiring short and long-term treatment and support. Our comprehensive service is offered across the municipalities of Mitchell, Murrindindi, Strathbogie, Greater Shepparton and Moira regions.
Our multidisciplinary professionals are from an array of backgrounds and disciplines and work across a range of settings and services including:
4. Adult mental health
5. Community mental health
6. Acute Adult Inpatient Unit - Wanyarra
7. Aged Persons mental health
8. Child and Youth mental health
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About the role
This is conjoint position between GV Health and La Trobe University to support capacity for excellence in social work practice, learning and development in the local region. The position will encompass 2 roles - senior social worker within GV HEalth and Academic role at La Trobe roles will require complimetary skills and capabilities and the organisations will work in partnership to ensure that the incumbent is well supported in the delivery of each role within a structured framework.
We are looking for
9. Approved tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligibility for membership of the AASW
10. Demonstrated high level oral and written communication skills
11. Demonstrated ability to influence the practice of others
12. Broad clinical experience and / or expert knowledge with at least 7 years clinical experience, preferable in a mental health setting.
Our offer to you:
13. Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
14. Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to help create some important work/life balance
15. Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
16. Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
17. Our CREATE Outstanding reward and recognition program
Great things happen here in Shepparton. If you would like to learn more about what it is like to work, live and play in the Shepparton region please
Applications close: 22 Sepetmber 2023
Vaccination against COVID-19 and Influenza (where mandated) is a mandatory requirement for this role.
All appointments are made subject to satisfactory police check and Victorian ‘Employee’ Working with Children’s Check. Completion of a Commonwealth of Australia Statutory Declaration is required prior to commencement. All GV Health job applications must be loaded directly onto the e-recruit system, with no requirement to post hard copies of original passports/visas for overseas candidates.
GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.