Social Worker Advanced Dfv Lead

2 weeks ago


Ipswich, Australia Queensland Health Full time

About the role
This role is to deliver highly complex clinical and education services as a part of the Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) Health Workforce Program. The purpose of the role is to build the capability of the clinical workforce to respond safely and sensitively to those experiencing DVF, and to ensure the workforce understands the service needs for First Nations people. This role will provide leadership and specialised education in delivering DFV training at a health service system level, as well as tailored education to ensure the cultural capability of front-line staff in responding to issues of DFV for First Nations people.
All WMH Social Work staff are required to participate in the Ipswich Hospital Social Work on call roster.
This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link - Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Scheme
About you
- Take a leadership role within Social Work and the multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly complex specialised clinical knowledge of DFV for the rapid clinical assessment and intervention planning for individuals and families, ensuring timely identification of patient's needs, service provision, and discharge planning.
- Advanced level of knowledge of Domestic and Family Violence and Health legislation to inform integrated responses with appropriate safeguards and to deliver education on the same to include senior staff, including Directors and Executive management.
- Specialised knowledge to deliver tailored education to ensure the cultural capability of front-line staff in responding to issues of DFV for First Nations people.
- Ability to effectively prioritise and manage own time to meet and provide clinical advice to senior staff and other stakeholders.
- Effective communication and service engagement skills to develop sustainable partnerships in service development and professional development of self and others in a dynamic environment.
- Commitment to self-development and clinical supervision skills for social workers and students to enhance care delivery, and assist with the development, implementation and monitoring of service quality assurance, staff education and collaborative research.

**Mandatory Requirements**:

- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16

About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

**Benefits**:

- 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
- 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
- Professional development
- Salary sacrificing options
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.


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