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Exciting opportunity to provide recovery oriented social work services in a Forensic and Secure Service setting.

• Temporary Full-time position for up to 12 months.

Job details

About the role

The purpose of this role is to provide a high quality, accountable, consumer focused Social Work service to consumers within Forensic and Secure Services. There is an expectation the role will work within the variety of program areas in Forensic and Secure Services

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Ability to provide consumer focussed discipline specific as well as interdisciplinary clinical services including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Ability to apply recovery principles in a manner consistent with social work values and practice standards in the context of forensic inpatient setting.
• Ability to maintain respect for others, remaining flexible, fair and willing to compromise when dealing with team members.
• Ability to articulate a social work perspective and the priorities for assessment and intervention in the context of the multidisciplinary team.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
• The successful applicant must have eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and eligibility for membership of the appropriate registration authority or association within Australia. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community –  Follow this link  

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• WM644677_06 Social Worker_RD (PDF, 193KB)
  Role Description
  
  Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  WMH Leadership Standards (PDF, 241KB)
  Information Package for Applicants