Senior Social Worker - Northern Cancer Service (503862)Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 08 December, 2024 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3
Salary: $106,966 to $123,013 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:Full Time
Region:North
Location:LGH Charles Street, Launceston
Seeking a Senior Social Worker - Northern Cancer Service to assess and respond to the psychosocial care needs of clients, their families, and carers, working with a multidisciplinary focus with allied health, nursing, and medical professionals of the W.P. Holman Clinic.
The Role: Relational skills for engaging and communicating with both patients and colleagues in person-centred and trauma-informed ways.A commitment to engaging in quality improvement initiatives, reflective practice, and clinical reasoning for the purpose of best patient outcomes.A demonstrated understanding of and ability to provide services to patients living with life-limiting conditions, chronic disease, and acute conditions.Three years' experience and/or post-graduate specialty in oncology or palliative care services.The Team: We work together to provide a collaborative trauma-informed working environment where all diversities are celebrated and valued.We support and foster a growth mindset.We value compassion, accountability, respect, and always aim for excellence together.Details of appointment: Fixed term full-time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, as soon as we can onboard you until 31 March 2025.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full-time, part-time, and casual vacancies.
Benefits available to eligible candidates: Professional development and accelerated pathways.Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.Fitness Passport – You and your family can access fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration.Degree in Social Work giving Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.*Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role. What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values to work in the Department of Health. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
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