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Location: South West Region | Portland
Job type: Full time
Organisation: South West Healthcare
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Community Services
Reference: VG/1749495-3
Time for a lifestyle change? Join a workplace that’s friendly & welcoming!! Portland Victoria is only an 80 minute drive from Warrnambool and is home to unspoiled beaches, river and offshore fishing, whale watching and the start of The Great South Walking trail. Portland is located on the far south-west coast of Victoria, mid-way between Port Fairy and the small town of Nelson which is adjacent to the state border with South Australia. The $1.94 million Portland Campus adjacent to Portland’s healthcare precinct has been purpose built to provide the community with a service that is flexible, responsive and accessible to all.
About the role
Wouldn't you like to be valued, be inspired and work with us to build something remarkable?
Because we're doing things differently! Infant, Child and Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Services have several new and exciting career opportunities available.
Our Portland Campus is looking for Social Workers to join us in Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Continuing care roles, where you'll provide treatment, care and support for Youth aged 12-25.
Use your clinical skills in:
Position overview
This position is eligible for an incentive payment for rent, childcare, relocation costs and more, as part of the new workforce and incentive grants program administered by Rural Agency Workforce Victoria (RWAV) up to $10,000.
What you bring
The successful applicant will demonstrate excellent team building skills with experience in mental health clinical services an advantage.
Excellent written, communication and interpersonal skills and initiative with proven ability to work autonomously as well as an ability to work with limited direction, be self-motivated, and provide effective problem-solving and negotiation skills.
You will be a Social Worker with a Degree in Social Work & eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
If you want your work to also be your passion and you're keen to help us grow and change, then we want to hear from you.
What we offer
You will enjoy benefits such as:
Who we are
As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.
SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.
SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.
With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.
To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/
How to apply
Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 15 October 2023. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024
The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au
Full time
As per award
Rachel Robertson (Manager CAMHS) | RRobertson@swh.net.au or (03) 5561 9156