Outpatient Cancer Social Worker Lvl 1/2

• Join our team as a Level 1/2 Social Worker and play a vital role in delivering comprehensive support to patients and carers within the esteemed Crown Princess Mary Outpatient Services.
• This opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing high-quality social work services, enhancing patient care, and contributing to a renowned healthcare setting.
• Prior relevant service may be recognised towards commencing salary.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Up to 07/03/2025)
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1 / Level 2
Remuneration: $35.77 - $51.04 per hour
Hours Per Week: 22
Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is responsible for providing primary and secondary health care for people living in the Auburn, Blacktown, and The Hills Shire, Cumberland and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs) and tertiary care to residents of the Greater Western Region. We are committed to our vision of 'better health services for the people of western Sydney and beyond'. and to the delivery of health care or related services in line with our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment.

What you'll be doing
The Level 1/2 social work position is responsible for the provision of comprehensive social work services to patients/carers of the Crown Princess Mary Outpatient Services.

The Level 1/2 social work clinician is able to exercise independent professional judgement on routine matters. They may require direct professional supervision from more senior staff members when performing novel, complex, or critical tasks.

The Level 1/2 social worker clinician will assist in the development of policies, procedures, standards and practices. They will be expected to participate in quality improvement activities, departmental committees and may be required to participate in clinical research activities.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date. 

Essential Criteria:

• Qualification: Degree in Social Work with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Work (AASW).

Selection Criteria: 

1. Demonstrated understanding of psychosocial issues associated with acute and chronic illness.
2. Demonstrated capacity to provide counselling, case management for patients/families with illness adjustment, complex social issues and end of life care.
3. Demonstrated clinical experience or understanding of the psychosocial impact of illness adjustment, grief, loss and bereavement.
4. Demonstrated understanding of issues associated with working with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse client group.
5. Demonstrated well-developed time management skills with excellent written and verbal communication, including report writing skills and high level computer literacy.
6. Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team including the ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders, throughout all organisational levels.
7. Knowledge of quality assurance and / or clinical practice improvement activities.
8. Participation in the After Hours Crisis On Call Social Work Service.

Requisition ID: REQ536578
Applications Close: 5th December 2024

Please be aware that due to the Christmas / New Year period, there may be a delay in the progress of your application.  The convenor of this position may not be in contact with you until the new year if you are successful in obtaining an interview.

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.
• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  
• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
• For inquiries about the role, contact Nicole Hraiki on Nicole.Hraiki@health.nsw.gov.au