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Social Workers - Melbourne Eastern Suburbs

Job posted: 02/02/2023
Applications close: 09/04/2023 (Midnight)
9 days remaining

9 days remaining

Job Description

Location: Melbourne | Eastern Metropolitan

Job type: Full time, Part time, Casual

Organisation: Eastern Health

Salary: Salary not specified

Occupation: Health and Allied Health

Reference: 29275

Reference: 29275

Occupation: Health and Allied Health

Salary Range: Salary not specified

Work location: Melbourne | Eastern Metropolitan

Relocate to Australia!

We’re embarking on an international recruitment campaign for experienced and qualified Social Workers to join our existing staff and services across all our major sites at Eastern Health in Melbourne, Australia.

We have permanent, full time and part time opportunities for those looking for a change in scenery and/or take the next step in their Social Work careers!

Why Melbourne?

Melbourne is a ‘world city’ and has consistently been named Australia’s most liveable city over the last couple of years. Our community is broad and diverse, supporting people from all walks of life and cultures; hence it’s nickname ‘The Cultural Capital of Australia’.

Whether you are interested in sports, arts, food and wine or the outdoors – Melbourne has something for you and Eastern Health.

Importantly, the state government is also supporting international healthcare workers, including Social Workers, to relocate to Melbourne and work for public health services such as ours in Melbourne with relocation packages on offer! See below for more details:

https://www.health.vic.gov.au/jobs/migrating-to-victoria/support-for-international-healthcare-workers

Sponsored visas will also be considered!

About Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

To learn more about the sites and what specifically we specialise and support in, click here:

https://www.easternhealth.org.au/about-us/item/364-locations

You can also look at more specifically what our Social Workers do here at Eastern health below:

https://www.easternhealth.org.au/services/item/423-social-work

Together, we have grown and together we learn, discover and above all, we care.

We are currently facing challenges beyond anything experienced before and it is affecting us all. But it is also these challenges that unite us.

We are looking for people with courage and compassion to rise above and go beyond every day, for our communities and for one another in supporting our vision of providing great care everywhere, every time.

About you 

To be successful in this role you will possess:

  • Relevant qualification and eligibility for membership under the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
  • Previous Social Work experience (at least 24 months)
  • Hospital experience desirable
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills
  • A strong commitment to high quality care
  • The ability to work as part of a diverse team
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

  • Diverse and engaging career opportunities
  • Friendly & supportive team
  • Flexible working hours
  • Salary packaging options
  • Career progression in our teaching hospitals
  • Applications will be screened upon receipt

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note:

  • All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
  • All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check at the expense of Eastern Health.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manger listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.

Eastern Health Values:  Patients First | Agility | Humility | Respect | Kindness | Excellence

Social Workers - Melbourne Eastern Suburbs

Job type:

Full time, Part time, Casual

Job classification:

Not provided

Contact:

WILLIAM BLANCH - (03) 8804 8611

Social Workers - Melbourne Eastern Suburbs