To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible.

1. Degree in Social Work and eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
2. Understanding of both the Mental Health and Guardianship Acts and their applicability to this role
3. Demonstrated ability to provide effective and a broad range of Social Worker interventions within an acute setting.
4. Demonstrated high level interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
5. Understanding of recovery focused care and principles within an acute mental health setting.
6. Significant experience in working with families in delivering short term interventions.
7. Demonstrated skills in computer literacy
8. Current NSW Driver's Licence

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Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email [email protected]and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

Information for applicants:

• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directiveOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
• SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds,people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support ([email protected]) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website