Published: 03/09/2025 - Expires: 06/08/2025 | ID: BH-23557

Locum Senior Hospital Social Worker - South Hedland, WA

  • Salary Type: $70-$75 per hour + super

 

  • 3 month locum OR 6-12 month fixed term contract
  • Rural Generalist caseload
  • Pilbara region of WA

 
Senior Social Worker required for a locum or a fixed term contract with this service in Northern Western Australia. You will join a multidisciplinary team to provide services in an inpatient setting. The start date is ASAP.

There are two options:

  • 3 month locum – hourly rate from $70-$75 per hour + super
  • 6-12 month fixed term contract – annual salary of $117,882-$125,255 + super

 
The focus of the caseload will be:
 

  • Inpatient – general ward (surgical/medical)
  • Maternity
  • Paediatrics
  • Emergency
  • Family support
  • Domestic violence
  • Suicide
  • Social Issues
  • Crisis response
  • A driving license is required
  • 76 hours per fortnight
  • Remote/Aboriginal health experience desirable

 
To be considered, you will have a:

  • Tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligible for full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers.
  • Demonstrated experience and advanced level of skills and knowledge in the planning, implementation and evaluation of Social Work Services for inpatient, outpatient, and community based clients including Child Development Services.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of primary health care principles.
  • Demonstrated high level interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills (including information technology, conflict resolution and negotiation) skills.
  • Demonstrated experience working in a cross cultural setting considering the social determinants, particularly as they relate to Aboriginal Health.

 
 
This area sits at the heart of a region that’s as rich in Indigenous culture and history as it is in natural wonders, including the spectacle of the Staircase to the Moon. As a bustling Indian Ocean port, the town is home to enormous ships and huge trains. It’s also a great base for ocean-based activities, including fishing, crabbing and whale watching (in season). Visit during turtle nesting season. It’s a great location to use as a base to explore Northern WA.

 
To apply for this role or to enquire about our other vacancies, please contact Rachael – Allied Health Division Lead at CC Medical on 0452 189 556 or email rachaeld@ccjobs.com.au

My contactable days are Monday – Friday. If you need to contact me over the weekend, please send an email.
 
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