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Senior Social Worker
Ipswich
Make a difference in First Nations health! Join the Mūrrūmba Targan Djimbulung Service, providing culturally safe, wrap-around support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults living with chronic health conditions across West Moreton.
As a Senior Social Worker, you'll provide clinical leadership and evidence-based support to individuals, families and carers, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to improve health and wellbeing outcomes.
Be part of a service that empowers communities through holistic, culturally responsive care.
Full Time Temporary Position for up to 12 months!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/WM691221_09 |
| Closing date | 06-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | till 27/06/2027 |
| Contact person | Emily Lis |
| Contact details | 07 3447 2717 Access the National Relay Service |
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.
We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.
At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.
As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:
- We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
- We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
- We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.
Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.
What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health
What we're looking for
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- An understanding of the social determinants and inequalites/barriers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people face in health care.
- Ability to communicate sensitively and to effectively engage with community built on mutual respect.
- Competence and experience in delivering social work clinical services in accordance with the Australian Association of Social Work (AASW) Code of Ethics and Professional Practice Standards using well developed psychosocial assessments and intervention skills and specialist expertise in evidence informed clinical care, support and advocacy in the health care system.
- Commitment and leadership for active and ongoing professional development, research and supervision and to meet the CPD hours set by the AASW.
- Effective written communication skills including psychosocial assessments, correspondence with service providers and clinical reports and the provision of practice within the medico legal requirements.
- Competence in communication, negotiation, consultation, advocacy and interpersonal skills to be independent in effective problem-solving, including conflict resolution, and to work cooperatively with other professionals and contribute positively in all interactions in the workplace at all levels.
Please refer to attched Role Description for a full list of mandatory requirments.
Why choose us
- Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
- Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
- Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
- Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
- Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
- A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.
To apply
For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description,#EveryoneIsALeader Framework 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.
