Social Worker - Senior Mental Health Clinician
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| Department: | South West Healthcare |
| Work Type: | Ongoing - full time |
| Job Function: | Health and Allied Health |
| Classification: | As per award |
| Work Location: | Warrnambool |
| Reference: | VG/1760077-3 |
| Closing Date: | 04-Dec-2023 |
| Salary Range: | As per award |
| Job Duration: | Ongoing Full Time |
| Attachments: | Senior Mental Health Clinician.pdf (PDF, 143KB) |
| Contact: | Jodi Bateman (03) 5561 9194 or jbateman@swh.net.au |
Position Details
Where we are
As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community.
SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio-economic status.
SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.
With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.
About the role
South West Healthcare (SWH) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Occupational Therapist/Registered Nurse/Social Worker/Psychologist to join the Warrnambool Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Service.
This role will work alongside the Manager and Psychiatrists in leading and coordinating the multi-disciplinary team to provide high quality integrated mental health services. Under direction they are responsible for the coordination of daily clinical practices including the distribution of work in an efficient and equitable manner.
This is a permanent full time (80 hours per fortnight) position, with a monthly ADO. Part time applications will also be considered.
Position overview
- Full-Time (80 hours per fortnight), On-going position
- ADO entitlement monthly
- Warrnambool Campus
- Social Worker Grade 3
- Salary Range: $99,606.00 - $113,796.80 per annum (pro-rata), plus superannuation
What you bring
The successful applicant will have previous experience in mental health assessment, risk assessment or related activities and comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and policy directions of psychiatric services. You must also hold appropriate qualifications and registration with relevant Board of Association.
You will also be a Social Worker with a degree in Social Work & eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers and at least 7 years' experience .
What we offer
You will enjoy benefits such as:
- Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions;
- Internal and external professional development opportunities;
- A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs;
- Excellent terms and conditions of employment.
How to apply
Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Monday 4 December 2023.
Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024 or Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025
The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
- Police Record Check
- Employee Working with Children's Check
- Current Immunisation status
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