Senior Social Worker - Older Persons Acute Unit
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- Social Worker
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- REQ560337 Requisition #
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- 6 days ago Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time (Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration: $56.69 - $58.52 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 24
Applications Close: 7 April 2025 – 11:59pm
Senior Social Worker – Older Persons Acute Unit
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol - Orange
About the role
As a Senior Social Worker you will work closely with the medical, nursing, and allied health clinicians who work within the Older Persons Acute unit, while providing support, guidance, and supervision to junior Social Work team members.
You will be required to complete psycho-social assessments in a timely manner and support patients receiving all types of medical intervention and treatment within the system. The role requires you to participate in regular supervision and encouraged to take part in quality improvement projects.
You will have a broad knowledge and understanding of external service providers such as My aged Care, NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal and the NDIS.As part of a close knit team you will be supported and encouragement to undertake further professional development opportunities.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
- Click ‘Apply’
- Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
- Upload your current resume
- Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Sandra Wicks on 0499 782 087 or at Sandra.wicks@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
- All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
- Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
- To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
- For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
