Social Worker

15 hours ago

Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia Northern Territory Government Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Social Worker role at Northern Territory Government

One Fixed vacancy is available for 12 months. Apply your professional expertise in social work services and strength-based assessments and enjoy the benefits of living in the Big Rivers Region.

Base pay range

A$106,626.00/yr - A$126,803.00/yr

Professional 2 - Remuneration Package Range

$106,626 - $126,803 (including salary $90,204 - $107,554)

Location and facility

Allied Health, Katherine Hospital; Katherine

Organisation context

The Katherine District Hospital is an accredited 60-bed non-specialist medical, diagnostic and treatment facility catering for the medical needs of the population of Katherine and surrounding Big River Region. The hospital is known for its friendly and professional approach to the health and wellbeing of its clients and is accredited with the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards.

Responsibilities
  • As a Social Worker within the Allied Health team, you will work across various settings, including acute, sub-acute, community, rehabilitee, domestic family and sexual violence and palliative care, providing vital support to vulnerable populations, particularly Indigenous communities.
  • Your day-to-day duties involve delivering appropriate Social Work services and culturally sensitive care, advocating for patients, and collaborating with multidisciplinary team members to achieve work unit goals.
  • You will be responsible for managing a caseload within a dynamic and evolving work environment and contributing to continuous quality improvement and service developments activities.
Qualifications and requirements
  • Australian tertiary qualification which gives eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
  • Post-graduate experience in providing contemporary high-level clinical Social Work services
  • Proven ability to manage a high-volume workload efficiently and effectively
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture, family and community structures, and the ability to communicate and work in a culturally safe manner
  • Current NT drivers' licence or ability to obtain one; willingness to travel by car, 4WD, or light aircraft to remote communities
Benefits and conditions

In return you will receive a competitive remuneration package, including a generous salary, 12% Superannuation, 6 weeks recreational leave and 3 weeks personal leave, 17.5% leave loading, excellent professional development and career progression opportunities and a chance to make a real impact in the community you serve.

Location context

The Top End of the Northern Territory offers diverse medicine and tropical conditions. Katherine has a population of about 11,000 and serves the Big Rivers Region (~22,000). The region includes remote communities and cattle stations with a high Indigenous presence. Nearby natural and cultural attractions are listed in the original text.

Relocation and application information

Relocation assistance may be available to successful applicants.

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https://health.nt.gov.au/

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https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/move/regional-living-guides/katherine-and-surrounds

Contact and vacancy details

For further information about this vacancy please contact:

Clinical Employment on 08 8973 9162 or BRR.ClinicalEmployment@nt.gov.au

Quote vacancy number: 702522256

Applications should consist of a one-page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications. For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search


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