Community Social Worker - Christmas IslandAustralian Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts - Melbourne VICTerritory Executive Level 1 | Christmas IslandFull time, Ongoing VacancyAre you ready for an exciting career chance where you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of community members, while living and working in one of Australia's most unique tropical island locations?
Enjoy a rewarding role, a welcoming community and enviable work-life balance.The Indian Ocean Territories Administration (IOTA) is currently seeking a motivated, experienced, and suitably qualified Social Worker to join our team as a Community Social Worker within the Indian Ocean Territories Health Service (IOTHS) based on Christmas Island.This is a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality, person-centred social work services within a multidisciplinary health team while supporting the wellbeing of the communities of Christmas Island and the Cocos (Keeling) IslandsAbout the RoleThe key responsibilities of the Community Social Worker position include:Delivering a range of evidenced-based clinical practise including individual and group interventions, counselling, case management, assessments and care plans.Working with a sound understanding of the World Health Organization's Social Model of Health and the Social Determinants of Health to support a holistic, person-centred approach to care.Liaising and negotiating with team members and community-based service agencies in regards to the provision of appropriate services.Participating in staff and community education and health promotion.Participating in the multidisciplinary team to contribute to the assessment,



treatment and discharge planning for clients within the Indian Ocean Territories.The role also includes providing professional support and mentoring to the Community Services Officer based on the Cocos (Keeling) Islands.
Semi-regular travel to the Cocos (Keeling) Islands is required to deliver outreach services and counselling, strengthen local service delivery, and foster collaborative relationships with community stakeholders.About YouTo be considered, applicants must possess:Relevant qualification in Social Work and eligibility for, or current, full membership of the Australian Association of Social WorkersValid Western Australian Working with Children CheckThe successful applicant will also be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment and successfully complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.What's in it for You?
In addition to a rewarding career supporting the health and wellbeing of these vibrant island communities, you'll enjoy a competitive remuneration package and a range of attractive benefits, including :Base salary between $118,009 to $132,095, plusEmployer contribution to superannuation at 16% of base salary, plusAdditional allowances including District Allowance starting from $****** per fortnight in addition to base salary, plusGenerous leave entitlements, including 27 days of Annual Leave, plusAnnual return airfares assistant to Perth for yourself and eligible dependents, plusRelocation assistance including packing, door-to-door delivery and storage will be provided if relocating to the Indian Ocean Territories, plusHeavily subsidised housing and vehicle relocated or provided, depending on availability, if relocating to the Indian Ocean Territories.Applications close 4.00pm (Christmas Island local time) (CXT) (UTC+7),
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📌 Community Social Worker - Christmas Island (Melbourne)
🏢 Australian Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and
📍 Melbourne