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1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Social Worker Level 3, Older Persons Mental Health - Sutherland Mental Health ServiceEmployment Type: Permanent Part TimePosition Classification: Social Worker Level 3Remuneration: $56.59 - $58.52 per hour, plus superannuationHours Per Week: 20Requisition ID: REQ585970Location: Caringbah, SydneyApplications close date: 13 July 2025Come Work With Us!Are you a Social Worker with experience in Mental Health and enjoy working with the elderly? This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside a great team of nurses and allied health professionals and a supportive and innovative team to provide quality care to members of the community aged 65 years or older with mental illness in the community setting.For more information we encourage you to contact Lara Coates on Lara.Coates@health.nsw.gov.auInterviews are expected to be held between 21 July 2025 and 25 July 2025.Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health DistrictIf you are an overseas qualified Social Worker, you are required to have your qualifications assessed by the AASW to meet the position criteria.Where you''ll be workingYou will be part of the Sutherland Older Persons Community Mental Health teams, a multidisciplinary team of committed professionals working with consumers over 65 years of age. You will be working with consumers in their homes and residential aged care facilities within the Sutherland catchment areas.Additional Information And BenefitsAn eligibility list may be created for future Permanent Part Time positions.Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness PassportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.Discounted Private Health Insurance.Selection CriteriaDegree in Social Work and eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social workers (AASW)Extensive experience in social work with knowledge of Older Persons Mental Health service models in community based and inpatient settingsDemonstrated, high level verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated commitment to strengths and recovery based practice with experience and understanding of models of consumer participationDemonstrated leadership skills/experience in clinical practice, supervision, quality improvement and service planningProven ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to apply advanced reasoning skills and independent professional judgement when dealing with situations of a novel, complex or critical natureComputer literacy including MS Office applications & relevant health databases and systemsCurrent NSW Driver''s Licence (Class C unrestricted)Need more information?Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected StandardsFind out more about applying for this positionOur CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.Reasonable AdjustmentsNSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-MentalHealth@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.Information For ApplicantsEmployment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. 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