Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 22nd Jun 2022
- Melbourne > St Kilda
We are looking for a committed and experienced Antenatal Social Worker to work as part of our innovative Child, Youth and Family Team. This team provides a range of services to children, young people, families and individuals who are often isolated and on low incomes.
This is a unique role which responds to vulnerable pregnant women with complex health needs in the City of Port Phillip.
The Antenatal Social Work position involves the provision of assertive outreach case management to pregnant women, advocating with other services in relation to the needs of marginalised pregnant women, and connecting women with relevant internal and external services e.g. maternal and child health and housing services.
Star Health works in partnership with people and communities to promote and improve equity, health and wellbeing by delivering innovative client-directed services that take into account the context of the individual and the community, and championing prevention and change to address the structural reasons for health inequity.
Applicants must address the Key Capabilities - Essential within the covering letter and complete our application form directly from the Star Health website by clicking "Apply Now".
Please note that prior to any commencement of employment, pre-employment checks must be complete. These will include reference checking, a national criminal history and right to work check, proof of vaccinations and a working with children check.
For information about the role, please contact Catherine Harris, Coordinator - Child, Youth & Family Team on 03 9525 1300 or email the Coordinator - Child, Youth & Family Team via [email protected] using the subject line: Antenatal Social Worker enquiry via EthicalJobs.