Description:
Join our Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab team - support patients, make a difference, and grow within our multidisciplinary teamRemuneration: $56.69 - $58.52 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: Kurri Kurri Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3
Hours Per Week: 8
Requisition ID: REQ556376
Applications Close: Sunday 30th March 2025
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Proximity to shopping and other services Salary packaging options Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
About The Role
In this role, you will work closely with patients to offer emotional and social support as they manage chronic cardiac and pulmonary diseases. You’ll engage with individuals from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, ensuring they feel supported throughout their rehabilitation journey. Patient referrals may come from a wide area, spanning from Scone to Kurri.
About Us
You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team that includes Registered Nurses, Physiotherapists, and Dietitians, working together to provide comprehensive patient care. We offer on-the-job training, ensuring you have the support and skills needed to succeed. In this role, you'll experience a collaborative and rewarding work environment where your contributions truly make a difference in the lives of patients.
About You
Experience in chronic disease management is ideal. Strong communication skills – both verbal and computer-based. An ability to connect with a diverse patient population.
Requirements
Bachelor in Social Work or equivalent with eligibility for membership with Australian Association of Social Work (AASW)
Additional Information
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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For role related queries or questions contact Barbara Corliss on Barb.Corliss@health.nsw.gov.au
Information For Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
17 Apr 2025;
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