About the Role
The role will primarily see you working in the mental health unit (Keith Payne Unit). The Keith Payne Unit (KPU) comprises a 31-bed Inpatient Ward, Day Centre and Outpatient Clinic that is committed to the health care of the Veteran community. We are seeking a Social Worker with suitable mental health experience to provide a trauma-informed approach to care. The position requires effective mental health skills applied to assist patients and their families/carers, through case management, group facilitation and individual therapy, including outpatient programs and inpatient group sessions.
About You
This role requires a dedicated clinician with experience in case management, mental health assessment, evidence-based treatment, and recovery-oriented care for consumers and their families/carers. Case management skills working with financial stress and homelessness would also be highly valued.
Key Selection Criteria:
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Eligible for Membership with relevant professional association (AASW).
- Clinical experience in mental health and/or hospital setting.
- Previous experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
- Clinical skills and experience in providing mental health assessment and evidence-based treatments for mental health (individual and/or group facilitation).
- Demonstrated practical skills in case management, liaising with stakeholders, discharge planning and community referral.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of clients and customers.
- Accurate and timely completion of administration and documentation requirements.
Desirable Criteria:
- Group facilitation skills.
- Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
- Specialised knowledge of the needs of the Veteran community and mental health legislation.
- Post-graduate qualification.
What’s in it for you?
- Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.
- Discounts: Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.
- Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support.
- Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.
Requirements
- Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
- According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.
To Apply
All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Jasmine Inglis (inglisj@ramsayhealth.com.au; 07 3394 7468)
Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com
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