Main characteristics
- Company
- Barwon Health
- Category
- Healthcare & Medical
Job summary
Build your career now Ongoing training and professional development Temporary full-time 80 hours per fortnight, parental leave roleAbout the facility
Barwon Health is the major regional health provider for the Barwon South West region. It is one of Victorias largest regional health services with one of the busiest hospitals in the state, University Hospital. We serve over 500,000 people through the efforts of over 8,000 staff and more than 1200 volunteers. We provide care at all stages or life and circumstance through a wide range of services from emergency and acute to mental health, primary care, community services, aged care, and subacute/rehabilitation. Care is provided to the community through over 28 key locations throughout the region.
Barwon Health Social Work is committed to working with you to achieve the best possible levels of personal and social wellbeing in the context of illness, disability, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery. This is guided by a commitment to the pursuit of social justice and the enhancement of quality of life. This is achieved through direct service provision, teaching and research and contributes to Barwon Health's goal of providing optimal health care.
About the role
This Grade 2 Social Work role is within the Women's and Children's Team at University Hospital Geelong. This team works within Pregnancy Care, Maternity Services and Paediatrics and is a strong, supportive team with opportunity for growth and development.
As the Social Worker (Grade 2) you will have experience and an interest in working with children at risk, family violence, drug and alcohol, mental health, risk assessments and liaising closely with services such as Child Protection, Orange Door, BCYF, Housing and DAS.
Culture
Barwon Health Social Work is committed to working with you to achieve the best possible levels of personal and social wellbeing in the context of illness, disability, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery. This is guided by a commitment to the pursuit of social justice and the enhancement of quality of life. This is achieved through direct service provision, teaching and research and contributes to Barwon Health's goal of providing optimal health care.
Barwon Health staff benefits Flexible working arrangements Professional development Access to employee wellness facility/program Salary packaging Social club Centrally located at University Hospital, only minutes from the vibrant waterfront Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
Diversity and Inclusion
At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each persons uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.
At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.
We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.
If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, Please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at [email protected] noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.
We at Barwon Health are proud to be Totally Smoke Free.
Applicants for this role must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (3 doses) and Influenza and meet the requirements of the Barwon Health Immunisation Policy. You will be required to upload your Immunisation History with evidence of your recent influenza vaccination received post March 2022 in the application process.
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