Senior Social Worker

Location: Fremantle

Unit/Division: Fremantle Hospital And Health Service > Fremantle Transitional Care Team / Community Mental Health

Work Type: Casual, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

Do you have a passion for making a positive impact? We invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity

Fremantle Hospital Mental Health Service is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our dynamic Transitional Care Team.

We are committed to providing high-quality social work services to individuals experiencing mental health and homelessness related issues, their families/significant others from a trauma informed and recovery orientated perspective. If you believe you have the skills and qualifications outlined on the Job Description Form (JDF) attached, we invite you to apply

We pride ourselves on our patient-centred approach and commitment to excellence in mental healthcare. You will have the opportunity to be part of a team that helps individuals on their path to recovery.

This is a recruitment pool for Permanent Full Time/Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time/Part Time and Casual appointments with the possibility of extensions and/or permanency.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/09/2025.

Why Fremantle? Freo is a vibrant city with numerous attractions for visitors and locals alike that make Fremantle an enjoyable destination. The city also hosts various festivals, markets, and events throughout the year adding to its lively atmosphere.

If this interests you, and you have:

• Minimum 3 years post qualifying experience (AASW)
• Excellent relationship-building abilities
• An ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Passion for providing exceptional care to our clients and their families/significant others

Then we just might be the right fit for each other.

Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment South Metropolitan Health Service encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or LGBTI communities, and people with disability to work with us. Whatever your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce.

Want to know more? We encourage you to contact Tarryn Burrows, Professional Lead Social Work on 08 9431 3434.

If you are ready to partner with us see the application instructions below:

STEP 1: Complete your application by including:

• A detailed current Curriculum Vitae
• The names and contact details of two (2) current referees who can attest to your suitability for this role.
• A brief covering letter not exceeding three (3) pages, addressing the below selection criteria (Essential 2, 3, 6 and Desirable 2, 4) as outlined in the attached JDF.

Demonstrated extensive relevant clinical experience and knowledge and advanced skills in appropriate assessment, treatment, and evaluation within the Social Work specialty area of Mental Health.

Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, coordinate, implement and evaluate Social Work services including application of quality improvement principles and practices.

Current knowledge of legislative obligations for Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Work Health and Safety, and how these impact on employment and service delivery.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team setting.

Previous experience in community development and/or homelessness sector.

Please note, all selection criteria will be assessed during the recruitment process.

STEP 2: Select "Apply for Job", located at either the top or bottom of this screen. All applications are to be submitted online.

Documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. We recommend allowing enough time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Employee Benefits

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirement):

• Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location-based allowances

Are you eligible? 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).

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health's Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

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.

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.