Social Worker- Elder Abuse
About this job
Social Worker needed in Levin. Duties will include; • Working directly with older people (and their families and carers where appropriate) who have been referred to our services usually due to suspected elder abuse and neglect. We also provide community support and advocacy work for older people. • Managing your own case load (with support from team leader). • Undertaking strengths based and holistic assessments, as well as risk assessments and safety planning. • Supporting older people and their families to use their strengths, support networks, and resources independently to develop greater resilience and maintain a positive safe environment that optimises their wellbeing. • Recording case notes and information in a concise, accurate, relevant, and timely manner. • Working collaboratively with other government and community agencies to provide the best outcomes for our clients. • On occasion, you will be required to speak to community groups and other agencies about elder abuse and neglect so if you are a confident public speaker then this is a big bonus.
Job Requirements
All applicants will need experience working with the elderly and/or have social work experience as well as being reliable, well presented and have empathy to all clients. Applicants must be able to carry out required duties stated in the job description as well as passing all pre-employment checks such as drug test, police check and MOJ check. A genuine interest in supporting and looking after our elderly is a must.
- Days of work
- Monday to Friday. Hours to be negotiated (35 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $75,000 to $82,000 depending on experience
- Job Category
- Social Workers
- Career Level
- Entry level (6 months - 2 years)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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