Social Worker Grade 3

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Svha · Vic - Melbourne, Cbd & Inner Suburbs

Full-timeOn-site2w ago

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We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated social worker to join our Older adult community mental health community team (APATT), St George's campus in Kew. You will work as a clinician provide comprehensive psychiatric assessment and treatment within the multidisciplinary team using a recovery-focused framework. You will be visiting clients at home, providing intake and triage, crisis support, assessment and case management, reviewing risk and providing support to reduce impact of illness and enhance independence to our clients and carers in a variety of community and residential settings Applicants will demonstrate excellent interpersonal and professional skills and are required to have a Bachelor of Social Work and to be eligible for membership of the AASW. Experience in psychiatry, and aged care is preferred. This position gives opportunities for training, research and professional development working with a skilled, dedicated and experienced team of staff. Provides support and supervision to junior Social Worker and social work students The position is Monday to Friday, office hours and is based at St George's, Cotham Road Kew. Classifications for this position will range from Social Worker Grade 3 YC46 - YC49 ( $ 92,944 - $ 106,834 per annum pro rata) Your Contribution Post qualification clinical experience with older adults including consumers with a serious mental illness, complex needs and support to their carers'. Case management experience. Strong understanding of evidenced based practice. Clear motivation to support clinical practice and professional practice development. Engaging with St Vincent's social work service structures to enhance best practice care. Current Victorian Driver's License and able to drive St Vincent's vehicles. A valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, or willing to obtain

Benefits

A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programsConfidential, solutions-focused employee counsellingA healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month!)Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilitiesSalary Packaging - Increase your take home pay!Discounts and Promotions always available through our FoundationRegular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goalsCulture of continuous improvementWorking at St. Vincent'sSt Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.About St Vincent's and Older Adult Mental HealthWe believe in a recovery approach, based on people's personal strengths.We believe that people have the capacity to recover, reclaim and transform their lives.You will join a cohesive, supportive team, committed to the wellbeing of colleagues and consumers.ApplicationPlease attach your resume and cover letter to your application.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.We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHMSVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).ContactFor further Information regarding the position contact Melinda Allison, Apatt Manager, Aged Mental Health phone: 9231 8443.Closing Date:21 June 2026 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our CHealth insuranceVision insurance

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Job Description: Full Time permanent position at Older Adult Community Mental Health Community Team (APATT), St. George's, Kew location Friendly and supportive team environment Excellent benefits including salary packaging

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