CCLHD - Social Worker - Level 1/2 - Inpatient ( Wyong Hospital )
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- Social Worker
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- REQ563824 Requisition #
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- 4 days ago Post Date
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1/2
Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: Wyong Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ563824
Applications Close: Monday, 21st April 2025 at 11:59pm
This is a unique new position for passionate social workers interested in working predominantly in the Neurology and Geriatric inpatient service setting!
Are you a compassionate Social Worker ready to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families during times of illness and trauma? Join our dynamic team at Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) as an Inpatient Social Worker at Wyong Hospital and be a crucial part of delivering optimal health outcomes and psychosocial care.
About the Role
This is a permanent part time Inpatient Social Work Position Level 1/2 within the NSW Health Professional Award (HPA) located at Wyong Hospital, where you will be working on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, from the hours of 8am to 4:30pm.
The role will enable you to further your current knowledge and gain a broad breadth of Inpatient Social Work field of practice experiences. From providing emotional support, working with families and carers to facilitating smooth transitions through the healthcare system, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring patients and their families receive the support they need during difficult times.
With an understanding of the psychosocial challenges that accompany chronic and acute illness you'll provide comprehensive assessments, crisis management, and brief interventions tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual and their support network. You will also ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes for patients consistent with CCLHD policies, procedures, standards, relevant legislation, and the NSW Health Code of Conduct. Your ability to adapt communication styles, work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams, and prioritize competing demands will enable the delivery of high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.
As part of our mutually supportive and dedicated team, you'll have opportunities for professional development, service development, and collaboration with senior managers and colleagues.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.
About You
You will have:
- Tertiary qualification in Social Work, with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) (overseas qualifications must supply the AASW Overseas Assessment number). A demonstrated understanding of the current AASW Practice Standards as they relate to Inpatient Social Work.
- A well-developed understanding of the psychosocial issues that arise for patients and their families during chronic and acute illness and trauma. Preferably demonstrated social work experience in the clinical specialty area where applicable.
- Demonstrated experience in providing psychosocial assessment and crisis management, within person centred, trauma informed and brief intervention models and preferably within a health clinical setting and or within the clinical specialty where applicable.
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.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.
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
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
Need More Information?
For role-related queries, please contact Matthew Buckley on:
Phone: 02 4344 8495
Click here to find out more about applying for this position.
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