Social Worker – QH QCAT Guardianship Program Lead

Provide expert Statewide leadership and demonstrated specialised knowledge, skills, problem solving abilities and expertise in guardianship and administration.Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health – Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification HP6
Workplace Location Brisbane – North
Job ad reference QLD/569048
Closing date 16-Jun-2024
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Job duration Permanent full time
Contact person Ila Stuer
Contact details 0408 471 343
Access theAbout the roleThe Queensland Health Queensland Civil Administrative Tribunal (QH QCAT) Guardianship Program Lead provides expert Statewide leadership and demonstrated specialised knowledge, skills, problem solving abilities and expertise in guardianship and administration including the governing legislative tools for the QH QCAT Guardianship Program.The Program Lead acts as a consultant for Queensland Health (QH), strategically leading the Hospital Hearing Program to meet its key performance objectives, and promotes patient flow through the inpatient facilities across QH.The role will contribute to the development of professional competence across this specialist area within the Social Work profession, whilst also identifying and prioritising opportunities to deliver education across the state in conjunction with other relevant providers. The role is also responsible for the establishment and maintenance of strategically relevant relationships with external partners, including QCAT Office of the Public Guardian (OPG), the Public Trustee of Queensland (PTQ), System Policy Branch (System Reform), Healthcare Improvement Unit (Clinical Excellence Queensland) and all Hospital and Health Services (HHSs) across Queensland.About youOur ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following values within the context of the “Key Accountabilities”. The ideal applicant will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Respect – demonstrates interpersonal savvy, manages conflict appropriately, communicates effectively and balances the needs of all stakeholders with utmost respect to all people at all times
• Teamwork – collaborates effectively, develops talent, values differences and builds effective teams to bring about best use of resources to deliver healthcare services
• Compassion – is patient / client focussed, demonstrates self-awareness and the effects of behaviour on others, deals with or manages ambiguity and complexity, demonstrates resilience in the delivery of patient services or support in the delivery of services to patients
• High Performance – cultivates innovation, is action oriented, drives results and supports Metro North Health’s vision and purpose to exceed expectations of our patients and stakeholders
• Integrity – demonstrates sound decision quality, ensures accountability, demonstrates courage in the face of adversity and works effectively / manages complexity to ensure work output and decisions are ethical and invariably of a high standard
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and, where applicable, registration or membership with the Australian Association of Social Work. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager prior to the commencement of duties.
• The possession of a tertiary degree in Social Work providing eligibility for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) is required.
• The successful applicant must not have any outstanding professional competency or ethical issues, or complaints known to the AASW which may preclude membership to the Association.

Benefits when working for Metro North Allied Health

• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of 12.75% and access to generous salary packaging
• Additional entitlements for employees (casual employees excluded) may include sick leave, carer’s leave, long service leave, paid parental leave, leave without pay to travel, professional development allowance and leave
• 17.5% annual leave loading with up to 27.5% for shift workers
• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first.Job ad reference number: MN569048
Close date: Sunday, 16 June 2024Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Application KitApplication KitRole Description