Senior Social Worker - Psycho-Oncology Counsellor
Orange Health Service

About the role

Orange, located in the Central Western Tablelands of NSW, offers a unique blend of rural living and modern city culture. The Orange Health Service Social Work Department operates across the Orange General Hospital and Bloomfield Mental Health and Drug & Alcohol Campus. This position is ideal for Social Workers seeking a "tree change" to join a dynamic rural department.

The Senior Social Worker - Psycho-Oncology Counsellor provides psychosocial assessment, counselling, and complex psychological support to cancer patients, carers, and relatives in the Western NSW Local Health District. This role is integral to the multidisciplinary cancer care team.

The successful applicant will collaborate with the Senior Oncology Social Worker to support the psychosocial care of patients, carers, and relatives. The role covers a large area, including Forbes, Parkes, Cowra, and Molong, with travel arrangements provided. As a Level 4 Senior Social Worker, there is an opportunity for supervision and development of social workers in oncology practice.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality counselling services in a rural setting, this opportunity is for you.

To find out more about the role click to view thePosition Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health.To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit theWNSWLHD website.

To apply for this role:

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· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login

· Upload your current resume

· Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Brad Haines on 0483177293 or at [email protected] for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD