Senior Social Worker - Palliative & Cancer Care
About the job
This job is about being a Senior Social Worker in Palliative and Cancer Care at Orange Health Service. The role is crucial in providing essential psychosocial support to patients and their families, making a significant impact on their journey through care. The team values collaboration and is dedicated to creating a supportive environment for both staff and patients.
You'll be responsible for
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Providing psychosocial support
Delivering psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, and counselling to patients and their families.🏥
Leading service development
Taking the lead in developing social work services in the new Palliative Care Inpatient Unit.🤝
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
Working closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients.Key criteria
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Social work experience in palliative care
Demonstrated experience providing psychosocial support in palliative settings.View
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Crisis intervention skills
Proven ability to conduct crisis interventions and short-term counselling.View
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Cultural competence
Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.View
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