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SCHN - Senior Social Worker Child Protection Unit - REQ628070

SeniorFull-timeOfficeSydney NSW, AustraliaProfessional servicesPosted 1 day ago
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About the job

This job is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Worker to join the Child Protection Unit at Westmead Children’s Hospital. The role is vital in supporting vulnerable children and families who have experienced abuse or neglect, working alongside a skilled multidisciplinary team. Collaboration, compassion, and a commitment to child safety are at the heart of how the team operates.

You'll be responsible for

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Providing crisis response

Delivering immediate support and intervention for children and families in crisis situations.
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Conducting psychosocial assessments

Performing complex assessments to understand the needs and circumstances of children and families.
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Offering therapeutic counselling

Providing short and medium-term counselling to support recovery and well-being.

What we're looking for

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Eligibility for AASW membership

Required membership for professional practice as a social worker.

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Counselling skills for children and adults

Demonstrated experience in providing effective counselling services.

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Knowledge of sexual assault dynamics

Understanding implications for practice and counselling in sensitive cases.

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Meet the team

About the company

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Eligibility for AASW membership
Required membership for professional practice as a social worker.

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Counselling skills for children and adults
Demonstrated experience in providing effective counselling services.

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Knowledge of sexual assault dynamics
Understanding implications for practice and counselling in sensitive cases.

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Availability for on-call roster
Willingness to participate in after-hours and weekend support.

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Experience in psychosocial assessment
Proven ability to conduct complex assessments for vulnerable populations.

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