Social Worker (Level 3), Palliative Care - TPT 16hpw up to 31.Jul.2021

1. Degree in Social Work from an accredited course providing eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) with clinical experience in a hospital or health related field as a practising Social Worker.
2. Demonstrated knowledge, advanced clinical skills and experience in life limiting illness in inpatient and community based palliative care, including therapeutic counselling and care of patients, families and carers.
3. Demonstrated competencies in comprehensive psycho-social assessments, crisis intervention, anticipatory grief, loss and bereavement, complex clinical casework, end of life care and individual, couple, family, carer work
4. Demonstrated commitment, experience and ability to work as a member of multidisciplinary in a specialised environment
5. Well-developed skills in written and verbal communication, computer literacy, time management, prioritisation, liaison and negotiation
6. Ability to undertake and contribute to research projects and lead quality improvement and education activities and a commitment to maintaining professional skills and knowledge base
7. Current NSW Driver's licence and willingness to travel across the Network
8. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the values of the Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network

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For role related queries or questions contact Shaun Connolly on Shaun.Connolly@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 25 August 2019