Social Worker

Manngoor Dja Aboriginal Health Services; Sunshine Coast Regional; Presencial; AUD 48.000 - 64.000; A tiempo parcial

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Descripción de la vacante

Manngoor Dja Aboriginal Health Services in Gympie region is seeking an experienced Social Worker (0.8 FTE) to join the team and advance SEWB care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The role reports to the General Manager - Community & Aged Care Services and focuses on mental health intervention, case management, and referrals.

The SEWB Social Worker leads care coordination, supports the SEWB Officer, and works within a multidisciplinary team to improve community health outcomes.

Formación

• Accredited Mental Health Social Worker or 3+ years in social work.
• Experience in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community settings.
• Experience supervising and coordinating teams.
• Strong care coordination and referral skills.
• Cultural safety and person-centred approach.

Responsabilidades

• Lead SEWB program activities and provide care coordination.
• Line manage the SEWB Officer and support professional development.
• Coordinate referrals and case management for clients.
• Work in a culturally valid primary health care setting.

Conocimientos

Accredited MH Social Work

3+ years social work

ACCHO experience

Care coordination

Team supervision

Project management

Cultural sensitivity

Community engagement

Educación

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker

Descripción del empleo

Join Our Team at Manngoor Dja!

Location: Maroochydore

Position: Social Worker

Employment Type: Part-time 0.8 FTE

North Coast Aboriginal Corporation for Community Health (NCACCH), now trading as Manngoor Dja Aboriginal Health Services is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation committed to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the Sunshine Coast and Gympie regions.

We are currently seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our Gympie team and make a difference in the lives of our community.

About the Role

The NCACCH Social Worker - Social Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) is part of the of the Health Services team and reports directly to the General Manager - Community & Aged Care Services.

The primary purpose of this position, in accordance with the NCACCH SEWB Program and clients’ assessed needs, is to ensure NCACCH clients are supported with appropriate mental health intervention practices, case management and referral pathways. They are responsible for providing line management for the SEWB Officer and overseeing their development within the sector. The Social Worker - SEWB leads the care coordination and operates within a team environment with the line management responsibilities the aim of improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through the provision of comprehensive and culturally valid primary health care.

About You

• Is passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Preferably is an Accredited Mental Health Social Work or has a minimum of 3 years' professional experience of social work, preferable within Mental Health
• Has previous experience within an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Controlled Health Service (ACCHO) or similar
• Demonstrated experience providing follow-up care services for patients and families who are identified as being at risk and/or have a chronic condition and/or mental health condition
• Experience supervising and coordinating teams with the ability to plan, coordinate and delegate workloads to meet business objectives
• Well-developed project management skills, including the ability to deliver under pressure, meet deadlines and manage competing work priorities
• Is person centred and can work with respect, empathy, and cultural sensitivity
• Is committed to teamwork and building strong community relationships

What We Offer

• Work in a culturally safe and supportive environment
• Be part of a community-led organisation
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Salary packaging and employee benefits

For more information and a copy of the position description please visit our website https://ncacch.org.au/about-us/work-for-us/