Deputy Head Of Social Work

Deputy Head of Social Work

Salary:
HSO Level P4 $148,216 - $153,151 per annum

Location:
Perth Childrens Hospital

Unit/Division:
Child and Adolescent Health Service Social Work

Work Type:
Permanent - Full Time

Position No:
00022425

Closing Date:
2025-09-15 4:00 PM

Attachments:

Applicant Information Package.pdf Job Application Information Sheet.pdf Deputy Ho D Social Work 00022425 HSU P4 - JUNE 2025.pdf

Vacancy Reference No.
696878
Play a key role in shaping the future of
Social Work services at Perth Children's Hospital &
Neonatology
This is a appointment for Full Time
Permanent appointment at 76 hours per fortnight
Position
Profile:
We are seeking a Deputy Head of Department –
Social Work to provide operational leadership and
strategic support for Social Work services across Perth
Children's Hospital & Neonatology (PCHN).
This is a
unique opportunity to shape service delivery, support career
progression and professional growth for early and mid-career
clinicians and contribute to innovative models of care that make a
meaningful difference for children, young people, and families.
Working in close partnership with the Head of Department (Ho D),
you will develop and implement strategic and service development
initiatives, support the team through change, collaborate across
service areas and with other health disciplines to identify service
priorities and ensure integrated high quality care, and drive the
continual improvement of contemporary, evidence-based social work
practice.
Your responsibilities will include:

Leading day-to-day operations of the Social Work service,
supporting four team leaders across specialist portfolios in
the delivery of compassionate and responsive family and patient
centred care, providing professional consultation on complex
cases.
Providing operational oversight and resource management,
ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.
Driving service development, change management, and
innovation, including redesign of supervision structures and
models of care.
Contributing to research and quality improvement
initiatives that drive evidence based practice, and encourage
mentoring, reflective practice and professional development
opportunities.
Managing performance issues proactively, working with team
leaders to foster accountability and growth.
Continuing to foster a cohesive, stable, and supportive
departmental culture.

If you are an experienced leader, with advanced casework skills
and a strong knowledge of evidence-based models of care, we
encourage you to apply.
A Tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligibility for
full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
(AASW) is a requirement for this role.
About our
Department:
Based at Perth Children's Hospital, our dedicated team of
Social Workers, Aboriginal Health Liaison Officers and Welfare
Officers offer a wide range of services to inpatients and
outpatients from birth to 16 years of age.
Designed to assist families in managing the practical, personal,
and emotional impacts of illness, disability, and hospitalisation,
our comprehensive services include specialist counselling and
crisis assistance, advocacy for patient needs, education, liaison
with other services and referral to community-based resources.
Health issues can deeply impact the emotional and social
well-being of children and their families.
As part of a holistic
approach to each child's care, we work closely with a
medical, nursing, and allied health professionals to assess needs
and provide compassionate support.
We believe that every child deserves the best possible start in
life, and at times we continue to work with some families even
after they leave the hospital, which includes travelling to support
rural and regionally based out-patients.
How to
apply
We welcome your application via the 'Apply for Job'
button at the bottom of this page.
Your ability to meet the work-related requirements will be
assessed throughout the recruitment process.
For your written
application please provide the following:

A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more
than 2-3 pages.
A current resume which summarises your experience and how
you are able to meet the position requirements.
Evidence of a Tertiary qualification in Social Work and
eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association
of Social Workers OR evidence from the AASW of assessment of an
overseas social work qualification and AASW membership
eligibility.

Selection Criteria: Please see the
attached Job Description Form.

For Further Job Related Information: We
encourage you to contact Joanne Mc Namara (Head of Department Social
Work) on email ***************@health.wa.gov.au
or phone 0436 595 *** with any specific questions related
to this role
Help in submitting your application: If you
experience technical difficulties while applying online, please
contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance
during business hours.
Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for
appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed
term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident,
or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for
permanent appointments).
About
CAHS:
The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be
the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western
Australia, as the State's only dedicated health service for
infants, children and young people.
CAHS comprises four service
areas: Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental
Health Services (CAMHS) and Perth Children's Hospital
(PCH).
With over 6500 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and
King Edward Memorial Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network
of more than 160 community clinics across the Perth metropolitan
area.
For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS,
please click here and
for further information regarding CAHS' services, please
click here
CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is
driven and shaped by our values of Compassion,
Collaboration,
Equity,
Respect,
Excellence
and Accountability.
During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to
fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the
values.
For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS,
please click here and
for further information regarding CAHS' services, please
click here
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff
in positions of trust and responsibility.
WA Health policies
require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and
integrity checking as part of the appointment process.
Referees may
also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past
demonstration of ethical behaviour.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of
discrimination in the provision of our service.
We embrace
diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from
culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal
workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy.
As a
measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity
Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With
Children (WWC) Check.
For further information please refer to
the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
For
Assistance including any adjustment needed to
accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please
contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team (START)
service via email: ***************@health.wa.gov.au
Lodgement is system generated.
Any submissions on, or
after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be
accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE
CONSIDERED.

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