Help support the project team to set up the new service 'Head to Health Kids Hub' with a new model of care.
The Kids Hub service will be supporting children up to the age of 12 years with emotional, behavioural, mental health, or developmental issues.
$121,658 - $124,607 per annum + 11.5% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time 38 hours per week | Social Worker Level 4 | Dharawal Country, Wollongong Area, with outreach provided to the Shoalhaven area | REQ541072 | Applications close: 20 January 2025This is a temporarily funded position until 30 June 2026 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding Join us in shaping healthier futures.
Together we can do more.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a newly-funded team and program – 'Head to Health Kids Hub'.
This new service is part of a nation-wide roll out of Kids Hubs jointly funded by NSW Health and the Australian Government to provide early intervention mental health and wellbeing support for children up to the age of 12 years.
As a part of the initiative, the successful candidate will provide advanced Social Work assessment and intervention for children and their families within the Kids Hub, and will provide formal consultation and mentoring for Social Workers in the Division of Kids & Families.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms.
That's 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people.
The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations.
Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge.
To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include: · Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees) · Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay · Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees) · Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) · Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families · Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers.
Talk to your provider today for more information · Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities Apply now by reading the selection criteria found in the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the four questions within the application.
In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements: · Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), including the ability to demonstrate a practical application of the AASW Code of Ethics.
· Working With Children Check (WWCC) · NSW Drivers Licence · Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Need more information or help applying?
· Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
· Visit the Stepping Up website here.
Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
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For role-related queries or help applying, contact Chris Colmer on ****** or Ruth Evans on 0448 208 040 or ******