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Social Worker (First Nations Identified) - Domestic & Family Violence
Ipswich
Work as a part of the Social Work led Domestic and Family violence (DFV) health workforce program which provides education and information to frontline health workers and clinicians across services and clinical units in the West Moreton Health Service (WMHHS).
The purpose of this role is to deliver Social Work led Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) services, including providing professional advice via the presentation of developed educational materials.
To perform this role, it essential that the person who holds the position be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. It is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 the applications are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Permanent Full-time opportunity!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/WM693254_09 |
| Closing date | 07-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Fiona Demnar |
| Contact details | 38101864 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
The key responsibilities of the role include
- Demonstrate competent knowledge, expertise and skill in the provision of Social Work services commensurate with level of experience and in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards and apply evidence-based practice to deliver established educational programs. For complex or novel cases, or education requirements, you will seek direction from clinical seniors as appropriate.
- Maintain appropriate documentation and patient records in line with relevant procedures and contribute to the maintenance of accurate and timely information systems (statistics collection, quality data) to contribute to reporting on the training and performance outcomes of the DFV Health Workforce Program.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Knowledge, expertise, and skill in the provision of Social Work services using evidence-based practice to deliver established education aligned to the DFV health workforce program including clinical duties for individuals and families experiencing DFV.
- Ability to apply effective verbal, written and interpersonal skills when communicating and delivering established education to clients and colleagues.
- Work effectively through active participation in teams and positively influence culture.
- Ability to participate in quality or service improvement activities within the work unit.
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 maintenance of eligibility for membership of the AASW and adherence with the AASW Code of Ethics, AASW Practice Standards and AASW Continuing Professional Development Requirements.
- This role provides health, counselling and support services that involve children and will require a blue card.
Why choose us
- Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact
- Professional development 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.
To apply
For 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
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