Social Work Service Manager - Targeted
This position is open to ALL individuals to apply!
Remuneration: $158,127 per annum + super + salary packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 7 Grade 2
Location: John Hunter Hospital
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ561929
Applications Close: Sunday, 13th April 2025
The Service Manager of Social Work leads a department of approx. 68 staff across 5 locations (John Hunter Hospital (JHH), Rankin Park Centre, Wansey Dialysis Centre Charlestown, Sexual Health Service Newcastle and Belmont Hospital) and includes the After-Hours On call service covering JHH & JH Children’s Hospital. Social Workers and Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officers (AHLO) work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to provide person centred care for inpatients and their families / support networks. It is a fast-paced Acute Tertiary Referral Hospital system which will expand in 2026 with the opening of the new Acute Services Building (ASB). This is an exciting time to be included in reviewing and redefining models of care and strategic planning.
About the role:
The position is responsible for day-to-day operations and direction of priorities for Social Work intervention in conjunction with Social Work Team leaders. This includes line management of staff, supporting Team Leaders and other higher graded positions in supervision of staff, rostering, ensuring the afternoon shifts and weekend shifts are supported and filled, recruitment to vacancies, high level understanding of budgeting for a large Dept and management of resources, review of Policy and Guidelines and planning strategically to support the focus and direction of the Organisation.
The position is supported by the Director Allied Health JHH/BDH, other Allied Health Profession Service Managers, taking a lead role in the Social Work Managers Group of HNELHD and a peer role with the Social Work Directors and Managers Group in Tertiary Referral Hospitals Group. There are many options for accessing Management training modules through both on-line and direct learning opportunities.
About you:
You'll need to be able to think creatively, have a good understanding of budgets and implications for funding, write and submit funding applications and people management skills. You'll need to have a good understanding for Health and social matters impacting on Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people and their interactions with Health Services. You'll also need clear communication skills and ability to use a variety of communication styles and provide succinct information to Executive Managers on service delivery implications as required.
Requirements:
- Degree in Social Work providing eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
Interviews will be held in person (face to face) at JHH on Thursday 1st May or Friday 2nd May. Virtual interviews may be possible but are not preferred. Alternate interview dates will not be offered.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Damien Smith on Damien.Smith@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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