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Social Work Cadet
The Park Centre for Mental Health - Wacol
Start a new journey with us! Develop and build clinical competency by actively participating in workplace training, assessment, and feedback processes.
• Casual opportunity!
Job details
| Position status | Casual |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP1 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/WM647386_07 |
| Closing date | 20-Jul-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Thilda Villa Real |
| Contact details | 07 32718270 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
This position works in Forensic and Secure services (FSS) under the direct or indirect supervision of a Social Worker contributing to patient care and performing delegated tasks. The role works collaboratively with consumers and multidisciplinary teams across the service.
The purpose of this role is to perform allocated clinical activities for which you have been trained and assessed as competent under the direction and supervision of a Social Worker. You will develop and build clinical competency through participation in workplace training, education, and feedback processes while engaged in formal Social Work tertiary studies.
The key responsibilities of the role include:
- Undertake clinical activities under the direction and supervision of a Social Worker, that are consistent with the employee's knowledge, skills, and competencies, and in accordance with the AASW (Association of Australian Social Workers) professional and ethical standards.
- Clarifying directions that are unclear and refusing the allocation of clinical activities for which the HP1 employee does not yet have competence.
- Support service provision by assisting with non-clinical activities as directed.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Ability to apply knowledge in Social Work, the health care system, computer literacy, medical terminology, general medical conditions, and basic anatomy.
- Understanding of own scope of practice.
- Ability to acquire the skills to provide a defined range of assessments and treatments under supervision and direction of a Social Worker and undertake operational and administrative duties relevant to the position.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with consumers and the multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to use initiative and assume responsibility for the assigned workload, including the use of effective and efficient planning and organisational skills.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
- Appointment to this position requires proof of enrolment in a tertiary degree qualification in Social Work at a recognised tertiary institution.
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.
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WM647386_07 Social Work Cadet_RD (PDF, 222KB)
Role Description
Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
Information Package for Applicants
WMH Leadership Standards (PDF, 241KB)
Information Package for Applicants
