Social Worker - Community

Hospital in Your Home; North Lakes; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Paid time off and sick leave

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Hospital in Your Home in Brisbane, Queensland is seeking a part-time Social Worker - Community to provide compassionate social services to patients and their families throughout their healthcare journey. You will conduct comprehensive assessments to identify social, emotional, and practical needs.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing personalized care plans, delivering counselling, coordinating with the multidisciplinary team, advocating for patient rights, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Social Work or a related field
• Current registration or eligibility for registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Social Worker, preferably in a healthcare or community-based setting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to empathize and build trust with patients and their families
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to navigate complex situations and make informed decisions
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and maintaining confidentiality
• Proficiency in using relevant software and technology to support patient care and documentation

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify the social, emotional, and practical needs of patients and their families
• Developing and implementing personalized care plans to address the unique needs of each individual
• Providing counselling and emotional support to help patients and families cope with illness, disability, and end-of-life concerns
• Collaborating with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate and facilitate access to community resources and services
• Advocating for patient rights and ensuring they receive the appropriate level of care and support
• Maintaining accurate and detailed documentation of all patient interactions and interventions
• Participating in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date with best practices in social work

Job description

This part-time Social Worker - Community role at Hospital in Your Home in Brisbane, Queensland offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families. As a Social Worker, you will be responsible for providing compassionate and comprehensive social services to support patients and their loved ones throughout their healthcare journey.

What you'll be doing

Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify the social, emotional, and practical needs of patients and their families

Developing and implementing personalized care plans to address the unique needs of each individual

Providing counselling and emotional support to help patients and families cope with illness, disability, and end-of-life concerns

Collaborating with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate and facilitate access to community resources and services

Advocating for patient rights and ensuring they receive the appropriate level of care and support

Maintaining accurate and detailed documentation of all patient interactions and interventions

Participating in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date with best practices in social work

What we're looking for

Bachelor's or master's degree in Social Work or a related field

Current registration or eligibility for registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)

Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Social Worker, preferably in a healthcare or community-based setting

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to empathize and build trust with patients and their families

Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to navigate complex situations and make informed decisions

Commitment to upholding ethical standards and maintaining confidentiality

Proficiency in using relevant software and technology to support patient care and documentation

What we offer

At Hospital in Your Home, we are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits, including:

Flexible work arrangements to accommodate work-life balance

Generous paid time off and sick leave

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Access to employee wellness programs and discounts

Supportive and collaborative work environment

About us

Hospital in Your Home is a leading provider of comprehensive healthcare services, offering patients the comfort and convenience of receiving high-quality care in their own homes. Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals, including nurses, therapists, and social workers, work together to deliver personalized, holistic care that promotes the well-being of our patients and their families. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve.