Description:
The key duties of the position include
The Role
Are you a Social Worker looking for a great work life balance in a supportive and inclusive team environment?
Exciting opportunities exist within the Department of Defence for qualified and experienced Social Workers!
The Defence Member & Family Support Branch (DMFS) are seeking a Social Worker in the Albury Wodonga region to assist Defence families and capability.
Defence Social Workers:
- Provide social work services in a generalist practice framework, including comprehensive assessments, bereavement support, brief intervention and referrals to enhance the social functioning of Australian Defence Force personnel and their families;
- Provide support to Defence families to manage the military lifestyle and engage with their local services and communities;
- Provide training, psychosocial programs and detailed presentations to Defence members, their families and a variety of ADF Command teams; and
- Develop strong relationships with the local community, Defence families and the Defence Organisation.
About our Team
Defence Member and Family Support (DMFS) Branch is a diverse and inclusive workplace which offers a broad range of programs and services to help Commanders, Australian Defence Force members and their families manage the military lifestyle.
DMFS supports Defence families' self-reliance and capacity to engage with community agencies. Defence Social Workers provide support to all three services - Navy, Army and Air Force. Opportunities exist in various locations throughout Australia.
The role requires working both autonomously and collaboratively within a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment with Military Support Officers, Defence Social Workers, Family Liaison Officers, an Educational Liaison Officer and a Business Support Officer.
We offer a competitive remuneration package as well options for a flexible/hybrid work environment. You will enjoy job security, access to flex time as well as personal and annual leave entitlements.
Our Ideal Candidate
We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Social Workers to join our team that provides support to Defence members and families.
You will have strong written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to manage positive relationships with team members, stakeholders and customers. Detailed reports are required that will utilise your well-developed human service skills to objectively assess individual circumstances. You will work with clients from diverse backgrounds.
Our ideal candidate for this role will:
- Apply professional expertise in social work including short term case management, individual assessments and crisis intervention;
- Operate within the boundaries of organisational processes and policies to provide brief interventions, psychosocial assessments and social work reports;
- Utilise professional judgement in support of individuals needs and work from a customer centered framework;
- Possess strong stakeholder engagement, group work and presentation skills; and
- Possess an ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
14 Mar 2025;
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