The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Social Worker (Adult Mental Health Community) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12,000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Provide efficient and responsive community mental health nursing care at a professional levelUndertake and coordinate case management activities that are designed to help individuals affected by serious and persistent mental illnessParticipate in clinical practice supervision with senior staff and exercise independent professional judgementContribute to activities that evaluate and ensure the effective functioning of the serviceAbout you
To be successful in this position you will require: A tertiary degree in Social WorkEligible for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)Driver licenceBlue card / Working with children check (GCH will cover cost)Appointment or eligibility for appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner under the Mental Health Act 2016 is highly desirableEvidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis BTuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be requiredDeclaration of serious discipline history must be disclosedCriminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)Benefits
Flexible work optionsCareer DevelopmentSalary PackagingModern FacilitiesDiverse Work CultureResearch Opportunities12.75% super17.5% leave loadingInterstate/International candidates may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive - up to $20,000!Salary
Permanent full timeBase salary ranging from $76,747 - $112,805 per annumAbout Us
It is the aim of this service to offer a recovery-oriented approach that is person-centred, strengths based, collaborative and empowering. There is an emphasis on consumer choice, building resilience and enhancing opportunities for social inclusion. The CCT operates on the premise that consumers can and do recover from mental illness.
The CCT operates Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm, across a variety of settings within the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service (GCHHS).
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health careAnnual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billionMore than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health PrecinctsSecondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilitiesOpportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyleA workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their bestCommitted to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belongHow to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 26 September 2024.
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC589937
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
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