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Social Worker (Senior)
The Prince Charles Hospital, Chermside
Permanent part-time opportunity to deliver high quality, evidence based Social Work clinical services and leadership in the assessment and treatment of consumers with complex mental health issues, their families, carers and relevant stakeholders, in an acute and post-acute setting.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Psychology, Counselling & Social Work |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/PCH682384 |
| Closing date | 21-May-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Part-Time |
| Contact person | Melanie Ladmore |
| Contact details | (07) 3139 4609 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
Permanent part-time opportunity to operate as a member of a multidisciplinary mental health team with a focus on planning and providing interventions within a therapeutic recovery framework.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Deliver high‑level Social Work clinical services in accordance with AASW Professional Practice Standards, HP4 Clinical and Non‑Clinical Capability Statements and Metro North Health values, including comprehensive biopsychosocial, mental state and risk assessments, formulation, and brief, evidence‑based interventions within Recovery‑oriented and Trauma‑Informed models of care
- Work collaboratively with key partners and stakeholders, including Emergency Services, NGO's and other organisations, to influence health service outcomes and support improvements to clinical and organisational work practices through effective liaison, formal partnerships, memoranda of understanding or protcols and ongoing engagement
- Lead and contribute to innovation, change initiatives and service development activities within the Acute Care Team to address emerging mental health crisis intervention needs; contribute to the development and delivery of training for external services; provide policy advice on professional and clinical practice; and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, procedures, policies and standards.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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