Social Worker

This is very exciting, newly created role at MS Queensland. The Social Worker is a key member of the Allied Health Services team, providing customer-centred care to individuals with MS or other neurological conditions. Reporting to the Clinical Leader, they play a vital role in supporting those Queenslanders who live with MS. The Social Worker works autonomously within a growing team to meet clinical targets effectively.

In this full-time permanent role, work 2 days a week from our brand-new purpose-built workspace nestled at Milton's Park Road, and accessible by multiple public transport options, join a respectful, supportive, transparent, and collaborative team at MS Queensland where values are at the core.

• In this newly created position, you will
• Provide evidence-based assessment, clinical management, and Social Work interventions for individuals with MS and other neurological conditions.
• Manage a diverse caseload with complex needs using a customer-centred approach.
• Understand insurance models, work in teams to meet targets, offer training to clients and families.
• Communicate progress reports, engage in community events for visibility.
• Contribute to quality improvement projects, supervise junior staff when needed.
• Write comprehensive reports tailored to clients' needs and funding sources.
• Stay updated on NDIS regulations for compliance.
• Participate in health education initiatives, attend planning meetings, build connections with external agencies promoting cultural diversity in service delivery.
• About you
• Tertiary qualification in Social Work
• Three or more years of clinical experience as a Social Worker (desirable)
• Clinical experience with progressive neurological conditions advantageous
• AASW membership / eligibility
• Personal professional indemnity insurance
• Embrace innovation and evidence-based practice
• Strong organisational skills, ability to prioritise workload
• Coaching and mentoring abilities
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, teamwork, empathy, initiative and computer skills
• Dedicated to improving the quality of life for people living with MS through advocacy while aiming for a cure
• NDIS Disability Worker Screening Check Clearance.
• Completion of NDIS Online Worker Training Module.
• Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• A 'C' Class Australian driving license.
• As our new full time Social Worker, make your impact on through person centred support to Queenslanders who live with MS and other neurological conditions.
• What you will enjoy at MSQ
• Not-for-profit salary packaging
• Access to free professional development courses and leadership training
• Peer recognition platform
• We are a Q-Leave employer, meaning you have access to build portable long service leave (community services sector)
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• New, easily accessible workspace located on Park Road, Milton
• 6 weeks maternity leave + 2 weeks paid partner leave
• Financial Wellbeing Initiatives such as the ability to withdrawing 50% earned pay early and a savings program
• How to Apply
• Note : Suitable applicants may be contacted prior to the close date_