Grade 2 Social Worker (fixed Term)

Mercy Health

Werribee, Victoria, Australia
Mental health inpatient unit
Multi-disciplinary team
Patient-centered care
The Social Worker (Grade 2) works as a member of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) that provides, quality patient –centered nursing care and advocate for and facilitate the involvement of individuals, their families and significant others in planning and evaluating care

Job Summary

  • The Social Worker (Grade 2) works as a member of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) that provides, quality patient –centered nursing care and advocate for and facilitate the involvement of individuals, their families and significant others in planning and evaluating care.
  • The aim is to work towards recovery and improved health outcomes through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of clinical interventions ensuring a holistic approach to the client, their family and carers.
  • Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

Matching Summary

The Social Worker (Grade 2) works as a member of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) that provides, quality patient –centered nursing care and advocate for and facilitate the involvement of individuals, their families and significant others in planning and evaluating care.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Mental Health Inpatient Unit
  • Multi-disciplinary team
  • Patient-centered care
  • Clinical interventions

Nice-to-have

  • Resilient, compassionate, whole lot of heart
  • Nurture friendly, respectful relationships
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Adapt and problem solve

Key Requirements

  • Approved degree in Social Work
  • Eligibility for full AASW membership
  • Experience in public mental health service
  • Current Police Record Check
  • Working with Children Check
  • Proof of current influenza vaccination

Work Rights

Not specified

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