CCLHD - Social Worker Level 1/2 - Child and Family Health
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- Social Worker
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- REQ560243 Requisition #
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- 4 days ago Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
This Social Work Child and Family service position is a unique opportunity, in a positive and supported working environment, to learn and/or further develop your person centered and trauma informed therapeutic Social Work counselling skills and provide counselling services to and work alongside parents, children and families. This position really allows you the opportunity to make a difference to the lives of children and families of the Central Coast Community.
In this position you will be guaranteed to gain a wealth of knowledge and experience that will be invaluable and central to your Social Work practice as you move forward with your Social Work career in whatever direction it takes you.
About the Role
This position will work within a dedicated interdisciplinary team primarily based at Gosford Community Health Centre, located in the Gateway Centre, Gosford. From time to time, the position will also work from other CCLHD Community Health Facilities.
Your role will involve delivering social work services to children and their families, aiming to achieve optimal health outcomes. Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing counselling, and implementing therapeutic interventions. These efforts are designed to foster healthy and secure relationships within families, improve overall family functioning, and encompass activities such as case coordination, individual and family therapy, group work, and making referrals.
Collaboration with interdisciplinary colleagues and senior managers within Child and Family Health is crucial to ensure the effective and proactive delivery of social work services. Additionally, the social worker will contribute actively to service development, evaluation, and providing education to staff and students.
Key responsibilities include conducting psycho-social assessments, providing therapeutic Social Work counselling services that work to support children, parents and families to foster healthy and secure relationships and improve overall family functioning.
The position encompasses activities such as case coordination, individual and family counselling/therapy, group work, and facilitating referrals to partner services that meet the families identified needs. It also involves collaboration with interdisciplinary colleagues and senior managers within CCLHD Child and Family Health service and the active contribution to service development, evaluation, and provides education to staff and students.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.
About You
- You have tertiary qualifications in Social Work, with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) (overseas qualifications must supply the AASW Overseas Assessment number) and a demonstrated understanding of the current AASW Practice Standards as they relate to the Social Worker Level 1/2- Child and Family Health position.
- You have an eager interest in developing and/or building upon your Social Work therapeutic counselling skills and working in partnership with parents and families, including brief and/or longer term individual and/or family counselling/interventions, and group facilitation.
- You have an understanding of psycho-social and attachment issues occurring during child development
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
- Work-Life Balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- Financial Benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
- Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
- Career Growth – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD
Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
Need More Information?
Phone: 02 4302 3613
Email: allison.white@health.nsw.gov.au
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