Hospital Social Worker – locum or permanent

CC Medical ·www.ccjobs.com.au

Location Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia
Work type Remote
Salary AUD 70 - 75 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Allied Health
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  • 23rd November for 8 weeks
  • Flights covered + FREE accommodation
  • Locum rates upto $75 per hour + super

Experienced Social Worker required for this NT service. This is a remote 60 bed hospital. The service requires high level skills and demonstrated cultural competence working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population. There is a high incidence of domestic and family violence, child neglect and abuse reporting and statutory child removal. 
 
 
There are two options:
 
Locum
  • An 8 week locum + possible extension commence on 23rd November
  • Flights covered upto $1200 + FREE accommodation
  • Locum rates upto $75 per hour + super
 
 
Permanent
  • Position: P2 (increment can be negotiated pending experience) Ongoing/Permanent
  • Annual salary: $95,697-$114,104 + superannuation
  • Hours: 36.45 per week – shift work and weekends included
  • Start date: ASAP
  • Up to $12,000 in relocation support in accordance with the Allied Health Relocation Support Guideline
  • 12-weeks accommodation provided. Following this period, subsidised staff accommodation rates will apply, subject to availability. Studio unit (on campus): approximately $340 per fortnight, Shared unit/house (off campus): approximately $400 per fortnight, One-bedroom unit (on campus): approximately $400 per fortnight
 
 
To be considered, you will have:
 
  • Relevant qualifications in Social Work that meets membership eligibility requirements of the Australian Association of Social Workers.  
  • Experience in acute hospitals, including emergency department and general medicine wards
  • Experience in contemporary DFSV intervention, risk assessment and safety planning in regional and remote context. 
  • Proven ability to independently plan and prioritise a high-volume complex workload within an ever changing work environment. 
  • Ability to work extended hours, including weekends and after-hours shifts, on call (penalty rates apply)
  • This role is NOT suitable for new graduates or candidates who don't have PAID hospital experience
 
 
Cases include:
  • Sexual violence
  • ED presentations
  • Crisis response (adults and paediatrics)
  • Guardianship
  • Advocacy
  • NDIS applications
  • Inpatients only – ED, acute wards – general medical, surgical, palliative care, rehabilitation, maternity and paediatrics
  • You must have strong crisis response and experience with victims of domestic and sexual violence
  • Join a team of clinicians at different levels from Director, Team leaders, SWs, DTs, OTs, PTs, SPs, AHAs, ALOs, Admin 

You must have relevant experience.

This role requires you to be eligible for AASW membership

Overseas trained Social Workers, please do not respond unless your qualifications have been assessed by the AASW

Join my other locums who love this remote health service!

 
Come to where the Outback meets the tropics and discover a region full of gorges and misty waterfalls, thermal springs and ancient cultures. This region is a nature lovers paradise.
 
 
To apply for this role or to enquire about our other vacancies, please contact Rachael – Allied Health Division Lead at CC Medical on 0452 189 556 or email rachaeld@ccjobs.com.au


My contactable days are Monday – Friday. If you need to contact me over the weekend, please send an email.

 
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Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Hospital Social Worker – locum or permanent role?
CC Medical is hiring for the Hospital Social Worker – locum or permanent position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Hospital Social Worker – locum or permanent job located?
The Hospital Social Worker – locum or permanent role with CC Medical is based in Katherine, NT, AU. The role is remote-friendly.
Is the Hospital Social Worker – locum or permanent role remote?
Yes — the Hospital Social Worker – locum or permanent position at CC Medical is remote. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
What does the Hospital Social Worker – locum or permanent role pay?
CC Medical lists the Hospital Social Worker – locum or permanent role at AUD 70–75 per hour.
Is the Hospital Social Worker – locum or permanent role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at CC Medical.
What experience level is the Hospital Social Worker – locum or permanent role?
The Hospital Social Worker – locum or permanent position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Hospital Social Worker – locum or permanent role at CC Medical?
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