Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Company: EnableU Health Solutions Location: Sydney Job Type: Full time (38 hours weekly)

Job title: Social Worker Pay: AUD $80,000 ~ $90,000 per year Company Overview: EnableU has been a premier provider of comprehensive in-home & residential aged care and disability support services.

For years, we have championed the cause of the elderly and those living with disabilities, ensuring they retain their independence in the comforts of their own homes and within aged care facilities. Our extensive portfolio includes not just home care, but also specialised aged care and Allied Health services. We deeply understand the value of staying connected to one's community and maintaining the essence of home.

Now, we're actively searching for passionate individuals who share our vision and are dedicated to delivering truly person-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

- assessing the social, psychosocial and support needs of clients, their families and carers in home and community settings
- conducting individual and family case interviews to identify the nature and extent of a client's circumstances, risks and support requirements
- developing, implementing and reviewing individualised care and support plans that reflect each client's goals, choices and cultural needs
- identifying risk factors including social isolation, abuse, neglect, financial hardship and carer stress, and putting appropriate safeguards in place
- assisting clients to understand and resolve personal, social and practical problems through information,



support and advocacy
- acting as a facilitator and mediator between clients, families, carers, community services and service providers
- supporting clients and their families through periods of transition, including hospital discharge, changes in living arrangements and end-of-life care
- referring and linking clients to specialist services and coordinating multidisciplinary input from general practitioners, allied health professionals, hospitals and community organisations
- monitoring client progress through home visits, telephone contact and review meetings, and maintaining accurate case records, assessments and progress notes
- preparing reports, submissions and documentation for funding bodies, regulators and other stakeholders
- providing guidance, education and secondary consultation to care staff and support workers on psychosocial matters
- contributing to the development and review of policies, procedures and practice guidelines, and identifying unmet community needs

Requirements

- A bachelor degree or higher qualification in Social Work. Experience within a community/home care/residential care/disability care setting desired.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to commute to client homes. Valid driver's license and access to dependable transportation.
- Police Check. Up to date with Flu & COVID-19 Vaccinations.
- Benefits: We provide a competitive compensation package and benefits, versatile working hours, consistent learning opportunities, and a nurturing work environment.

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📌 Social Worker - Sydney (Georges River Council)
🏢 EnableU
📍 Georges River Council