Locum Hospital Social Worker

Katherine, NT
Permanent
Full-time

27 days ago

Experienced Social Worker required for this NT service. This is a remote 60 bed hospital. The service requires high level skills as a sole Social Worker 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, as well as provide services across:

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
15th September start for 6-8 weeks + possible extension

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 AASWExperience required

Experience providing social work services within a hospital setting (Emergency Department), including crisis intervention and short term support
Strong knowledge and experience in domestic and family violence risk assessment, safety planning and support services
experience working with child protection concerns, including mandatory reporting requirements and liaising with relevant agencies
Willingness to work extended hours, including weekends and after-hours shifts, on call and 1pm-10pm shifts

Join my other locums who love this remote health service!Return flights reimbursed and free accommodation for locums. A driving license is required for this role.Locum rates dependent on experience.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.auMy contactable days are Monday – Friday. If you need to contact me over the weekend, please send an email.

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