Social Worker - Advanced (Team Leader Child Advocacy) (Hervey Bay)An exciting opportunity is currently available for an experienced Social Worker - Advanced (Team Leader Child Advocacy) to join the Paediatric Team at the Hervey Bay Hospital within the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service. The Wide Bay area is arguably one of the most beautiful regions of Queensland. The Health Service stretches from Agnes Water in the North to Maryborough in the South and provides acute care services to a population of over 225,000 residents including several rural communities.Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.Your opportunity:Provide operational leadership to the multidisciplinary staff of the Fraser Coast Child Advocacy Team.Provide advanced and expert clinical practice, advice, consultation, supervision and authoritative counsel to the Child Advocacy Team and broader multidisciplinary teams and managers across Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service (WBHHS).Provide high level strategic and clinical leadership in child advocacy services, including the provision of advanced clinical coordination and consultation with a range of internal and external child protection stakeholders responsible for the delivery of child advocacy and safety services. Eligible Applicants who move to Queensland from an interstate or international jurisdiction to take up permanent or temporary greater than 12 months employment may receive up to $20,000 incentive payments under the Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Scheme Prior to being made an offer of employment, you will be required to demonstrate immunity to the following Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD): Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (chicken pox) and Pertussis (whooping cough).From 9 th December 2019 all new employees will be required to be assessed for their risk of Tuberculosis (TB). For further information regarding TB please visit Queensland Health website: Tuberculosis Find out more in the Role offer:You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $167,587 p.a., comprising salary between $140,767 - $146,883 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (HP5) (Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f.) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: Fraser Coast , known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed Fraser Island , the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough . How to apply:The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure'Care, connection and compassion for all'Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .File types accepted: .jpg, .gif, .bmp, .png, .rtf, .txt, .doc and docx. Do not upload zipped files, tagged pdfs or protected documents. If you have difficulty viewing the role description in pdf format, contact: applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below. Keyword Please use * for wildcard searches. Search exact phrase Check to search for the exact phrase. Uncheck to return jobs that contain any of the keywords. Location Hold down the control (Ctrl) button and use your computer mouse to select multiple options Occupational group Hold down the control (Ctrl) button and use your computer mouse to select multiple options Salary (yearly) Leave blank if you are searching for casual jobs Minimum Maximum Total Remuneration Only used for Senior Medical or Executive positions Smart Jobs and careers is scheduled to be offline for planned maintenance from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM (AEST) on Saturday 20 April 2024.Inclusion and diversityWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity , including making any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr
