Social Worker level 3 Stroke & Neurology

Where you'll be working:

This role is part of the Social Workers in Medicine Team within the Social Work Department at John Hunter Hospital (JHH), a large tertiary referral hospital providing specialised care to patients across the region. Your primary focus will be working with patients experiencing Stroke and Neurological conditions, as well as a small number of Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation inpatients.

You will work closely within the Clinical Stroke Multi-Disciplinary Team and collaborate with ward teams to provide comprehensive support to patients and their carers.

About the role:

As a Senior Social Worker, you will:

• Provide specialist social work services to patients experiencing stroke and stroke-like symptoms, as well as their carers/support networks.
• Conduct assessments, set patient-centred goals, and develop safe discharge plans with appropriate referrals to community-based services.
• Work in a fast-paced environment, responding efficiently to referrals and adapting to changing priorities.
• Use multiple technology-based hospital systems to support effective patient care.
• Mentor early-career social workers and social work students, supporting their professional growth.
• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team, working alongside health professionals to achieve the best outcomes for patients.

About you:

• Must hold as a minimum a Bachelor or Master’s degree in social work which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
• Experienced in providing social work services in a hospital or health-related setting.
• Highly organised and adaptable, able to work efficiently in a busy environment.
• Confident using technology-based hospital systems to manage patient care.
• A team player, keen to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and other social workers.
• Passionate about supporting patients, carers, and early-career social workers.

Support & Training:

• Supervision and guidance from the Service Manager, Team Leader, and senior Social Workers.
• An individualised training program tailored to your learning needs.
• Opportunities for mentoring and professional development within the team.

What we can offer you:

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero.
• Proximity to shopping and other services.
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees).
• 4 weeks of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees).
• 6 weeks of annual leave (for eligible full-time nurses).
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – giving you the opportunity for true work-life balance.
• Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing.
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being – discounted gym options for you and your family.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.