Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace — one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Epworth Rehabilitation is seeking to appoint a dynamic and experienced Grade 2 Social Worker to provide comprehensive social work services in at Epworth Camberwell. This is a permanent part time position of 22.8 hours per week.

The successful applicant will provide excellence in patient care to patients and their families predominantly in the area of aged care.  Clinical responsibilities will include undertaking comprehensive psychosocial assessments, family work, outpatient work, group work and discharge planning as well as involvement in student supervision. The role will be predominantly be based at Epworth Camberwell with the possibility of working across other interesting clinical areas at our other rehabilitation sites at Hawthorn and Richmond.

You will work in an energetic and cohesive clinical team that strives for excellence in patient care. The Social Work Department offers a high level of clinical support and supervision, as well as a strong commitment to professional development activities and quality projects.

You will make an impact by:

• Undertaking comprehensive psychosocial assessments and complex discharge planning in the aged care space
• Striving for patient and family inclusive practice in all stages of care
• Engaging positively with all other colleagues to achieve best clinical outcomes
• Supervising students
• Demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic clinical environment

About Rehabilitation & Mental Health

Epworth Rehabilitation and Mental Health services are some of the most progressive of their kind in Australia. Our clinical approach involves individualised treatment and collaborative team decision-making to achieve positive outcomes for patients. Our strong team ethos extends across our rehabilitation and mental health services at our Epworth hospitals in Richmond, Camberwell, Hawthorn and Geelong.

Position Description Inherent Requirements

To be successful in this role;

You will bring your extensive skills, enthusiasm and commitment to your work and embrace the opportunity to contribute to the positive culture at Epworth HealthCare.

You will have:

• Bachelor or Master of Social Work
• Eligibility for membership of the AASW
• A minimum of three years of relevant social work experience in a hospital, rehabilitation or other healthcare setting
• Clinical experience and/or knowledge in the area of aged care would be highly regarded
• Have well-developed expertise in assessment, intervention and discharge planning.
• Inherent knowledge required of aged care systems, compensable systems such as the TAC and Workcover, the NDIS, Centrelink, VCAT and other community agencies.

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, plus $2,650 meals and entertainment allowance leading to greater take home pay
• Discounted private health insurance
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia!

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to Make a Difference?

To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact Medical Workforce  - 0448 511 519

Please note, early applications are encouraged with advertising to continue until the role is filled.

Apply now....we have over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we’re ready to welcome yours!

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.