Job Description
About us:
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Social Workers support people through more than just their medical needs. They look at the bigger picture, including social, emotional, cultural, psychological and financial factors — and provide tailored support to help people navigate challenges, access services and improve their wellbeing.
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Our Social Work Department services hospital and community settings in Gladstone, Biloela, Emerald, the Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton, making a meaningful difference to people and families across Central Queensland.
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About the role:
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Provide high-level Social Work assessment, case management, therapy and interventions across inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and internal and external stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes for patients and clients.
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Take responsibility for specific clinical portfolios and contribute to improving procedures, protocols, services and evidence-based practice.
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Respond to complex and emerging needs, monitor clinical outcomes and help improve patient flow, access and quality of care, while contributing to a positive workplace culture.
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About you:
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Hold a recognised Social Work degree, be eligible for AASW membership and maintain ongoing professional development.
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Use your full scope of practice to provide complex psychosocial assessment, advocacy and interventions across the continuum of care.
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Lead quality and service improvement initiatives, from identifying opportunities for change through to implementation and evaluation.
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Build strong relationships with patients, families, multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders, while contributing to research, education and training.
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What we offer:
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Total remuneration value of up to $157,359 p.a. is comprised of:
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An hourly rate between $***** - $***** p.h.
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*****% employer superannuation contribution
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17.5% leave loading
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Extra benefits:
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Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
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Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
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Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
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Paid Parental Leave
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Discounted Private Health Insurance
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Fitness Passport
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Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
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It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
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Location:
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This role can be based in Rockhampton or Yeppon.
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Applications close: Wednesday, 16 September ****

📌 Senior Social Worker (Rockhampton)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Rockhampton