SA Health
Job reference:
880108 Location:
5092 - MODBURY Job status:
Ongoing Eligibility:
Open to EveryoneNorthern Adelaide Local Health Network – Modbury Hospital – Modbury
Salary:
$88,255 - $102,240 p.a.
(pro rata) – AHP2 – Ongoing Part-Time – working 26.25 hours per week
About the Role:
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to join the dedicated Northern Adelaide Palliative Service team.
This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the lives of individuals and families facing end-of-life challenges.
In this role, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, providing exceptional psychosocial support and advocacy for patients and their loved ones during their palliative care journey.
Your expertise will be invaluable in assessing complex social and emotional needs, facilitating difficult conversations, and ensuring seamless care transitions.
As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in: Conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments and developing tailored care plans Providing counselling and emotional support to patients and their families Facilitating family meetings and ensuring effective communication Advocating for patient rights and promoting informed decision-making Collaborating with healthcare professionals across various disciplines
Minimum Qualifications:
To be eligible for this position, you must hold an appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
About You:
Are you a dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic Social Worker looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network?
If so, then this could be the opportunity for you.
This position offers professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a passionate, highly driven, dedicated and progressive team.
About Us:
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services.
Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further.
With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability.
At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.
Benefits of working at NALHN:
From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, you'll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.
Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.
NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.
Checks Required:
DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position.
Immunisation Risk:
Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
Enquiries:
Bradley ClausenA/Nurse Unit ManagerPhone: (08) 8161 2499E-mail:
Application Closing Date:
11 October 2024 – 11.55PM Flexibility Statement:
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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