Position Profile: Plans, coordinates, delivers and evaluates timely and culturally appropriate Social Work services for Broomeand surrounding communities at an advanced practice level. Using a primary health care approach, contributes to the promotion, maintenance and improvement of the health and well-being of clients and families within Broome and surrounding communities. Provides clinical services for clients over the lifespan in both community and acute settings. Assists with discharge planning and coordination of care to promote optimal health outcomes for clients with complex psychosocial needs.

Provides secondary consultancy services and support to WACHS and other staff working across the region.

This is a Permanent Full Time Appointment

Area Profile: The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

Suitability Criteria:

Suitability recognises that a range of factors contribute to merit, including skills, knowledge, abilities, behaviours, ethical alignment and relevant operational requirements. The suitability requirements below are derived from the Job Description Form and define what will be assessed to determine your suitability for the role:

1.



Professional Qualifications and Registration - Tertiary qualification in Social Work with eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) or the Society of Professional Social Workers, together with a current C Class Driver's Licence and willingness to undertake work-related travel, including overnight stays.
2. Advanced Clinical Social Work Practice - Demonstrated advanced experience, knowledge and skills in the planning, delivery and evaluation of Social Work services across primary health care, outpatient and acute care settings, working with individuals across the lifespan.
3. Primary Health Care and Clinical Leadership - Demonstrated understanding of primary health care principles and the ability to provide clinical leadership, governance and continuous quality improvement to support high-quality Social Work practice and service delivery.
4. Cultural Capability and Collaborative Leadership - Demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively within multidisciplinary and cross-cultural environments, with a strong understanding of cultural safety, social determinants of health, and the needs of Aboriginal communities.
5. Leadership, Communication and Service Management - Demonstrated leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, with experience in managing programs, teams or service delivery, building effective stakeholder relationships, and contributing to organisational objectives.

Employee Benefits:



In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

- 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here
- Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other qualified and location based allowances

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Allison Wark on 04•• ••• 886.

Applicants are required to provide:

- A statement addressing the suitability criteria, (maximum 3 pages) outlining your skills, experience, knowledge and what you will bring to the role
- A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) summarising your relevant experience and ability to meet the position requirements
- The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees, preferably including your current or most recent manager

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Further information about the role, including key duties please see the Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.

📌 Senior Social Worker (Broome)
🏢 Wa Country Health Service
📍 Broome