Senior Social Worker Chronic and Complex Care

Position Title: Senior Social Worker Chronic and Complex Care

Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time

Hours per week: 32

Position Grade: Social Worker Grade 3 (Year 1-2)

Salary: $112,396.10- $116,038.00 (pro-rata) based salary per annum

Enterprise Agreement :The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Professional & Associated Staff Agreement 2022

Department Name: Flexicare Allied Health

About us:
St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing health services to our community. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate.

Benefits of working at St Vincent’s include:
• Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staff
• Opportunity to access a wide of range of clinical and non-clinical education programs
• Supported post graduate opportunities within applicable fields
• Career development opportunities across the St Vincent’s Health Australia Network
• Employee Assistance Program
• Work/Life balance

About the role:

The social worker plays a vital role within the Chronic and Complex Care (CCC) team, providing a mix of home-based and clinic-based support to individuals living with chronic conditions

Key Responsibilities:

Client Support:

• Provide tailored support to individuals with chronic health conditions, including heart failure, respiratory conditions, and neurological disorders.
• Address the needs of vulnerable individuals and priority population groups, ensuring equitable access to care and resources.

Collaborative Practice:

• Actively participate in weekly multidisciplinary team (MDT) case reviews, contributing to coordinated care planning and decision-making.
• Work closely with a diverse team of healthcare professionals to provide holistic care.

Quality Improvement:

• Lead and participate in quality development projects to enhance service delivery and outcomes for patients.
• Identify opportunities for service innovation and implement evidence-based improvements.

Professional Development:

• Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Access resources and training to support personal and professional growth.

Opportunities

• Be part of a dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality, person-centered care.
• Contribute to initiatives that make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients with complex health needs.
• Engage in leadership and quality improvement projects to shape the future of chronic care services.

This role offers a chance to make a significant impact by supporting individuals to navigate their healthcare journey and improve their quality of life.

Diversity and Inclusion at St Vincent's:
St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for. We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability.

Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD2024_015) or subsequent revisions in force. Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive.

About you:
We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Senior Social Worker with:

• A client-centred approach, supporting individuals with chronic and complex conditions while advocating for vulnerable populations.
• Strong leadership skills, mentoring team members and excelling in multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Excellent communication abilities, building trust and navigating complex situations with empathy.
• Proven problem-solving and innovation, driving quality improvements and implementing evidence-based solutions.
• Effective time management, balancing priorities and managing caseloads efficiently.
• A commitment to professional development, staying at the forefront of social work practice and contributing to team growth.

If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Application Instructions:
To have your application considered you are required to upload a current CV/Resume as well as a separate cover letter/document addressing the ‘Selection Criteria’ as below. Internal applicants i.e. current employees of St Vincent’s Hospital or an entity of SVHA are required to apply via their Workday account.

Selection Criteria:

• Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent’s Health Australia.
• Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent tertiary qualification creating eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) with demonstrated experience in clinical health social work settings with high level skills in aged care social work service.
• Demonstrated competencies in relevant social work practice frameworks including human rights, social justice, crisis intervention, adjustment to illness and disability, short term solution focused intervention, grief and loss, complex assessment, advocacy, care and discharge planning.
• High level understanding and experience of the complex social issues for patients, families and carers in regard to aged care services, rehabilitation, disability and residential care.
• Demonstrated commitment to and experience in inclusive collaboration and multidisciplinary teamwork in high demand environment including time management, negotiation, written, oral and computer skills.
• Demonstrated competencies and experience in the provision of clinical supervision of staff/students. Ability to undertake and lead clinical planning, research, quality and education projects within social work services.
• Sound knowledge of legislative requirements and the social work role in regard to domestic violence, elder abuse, child protection, guardianship and victims of crime.
• Current unrestricted NSW Class C Driver’s License

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

Applications close on 16 January 2025

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