Neuropsychiatry Social Worker — Meaningful Impact & Growth

The Royal Melbourne Hospital; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Additional leave

Monthly day off

Parkville location

Staff health services

Job summary

The Royal Melbourne Hospital invites applications for a Grade 3 Social Worker within the specialist Neuropsychiatry team at Parkville, VIC. You will provide high-level clinical expertise to support patients and carers, working closely with inpatient and multidisciplinary teams.

As part of a nationally and internationally recognised service, you will advocate for patients, coordinate with health, community and social supports, and contribute to discharge planning and person-centred care.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with AASW membership or eligibility.
• Experience in mental health or aged care settings.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and research.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, intervention and support to patients with complex neuropsychiatric presentations and carers.
• Work closely with inpatient and multidisciplinary teams to support person-centred care and discharge planning.
• Advocate for patients and connect them with appropriate health, community and social supports.
• Build strong partnerships with patients, carers and internal and external service providers.

Skills

AASW eligible

Mental health experience

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Job description

The Royal Melbourne Hospital invites applications for a Grade 3 Social Worker within the specialist Neuropsychiatry team at Parkville, VIC. You will provide high-level clinical expertise to support patients and carers, working closely with inpatient and multidisciplinary teams.

As part of a nationally and internationally recognised service, you will advocate for patients, coordinate with health, community and social supports, and contribute to discharge planning and person-centred care.