A position has become available for a Permanent Social Worker, based at Life St. Dominic’s Rehabilitation Unit, reporting to Carina Basset, Therapy Services Coordinator. Life Rehabilitation is part of an expanding network of rehabilitation units within Life Healthcare Group.

Critical Outputs
Evaluation, programme planning and treatment of patients admitted to the unit
Education of patients and their families about patient’s condition
Setting of common psychosocial goals with patients and the team
Co-ordination of family meetings and feedback to families and employees
Co-ordination of counselling programs
Co-ordination of discharge planning including placement if required
Co-ordination of return work planning in conjunction with the Occupational therapist
Active participation in continuous professional development activities of the unit
Building relationships with referring doctors and therapists

Requirements

Applicants need to have a degree in Social Work with a special interest in neurological rehabilitation
Experience in neurological related counselling and discharge planning would be an advantage
Ability to work in a team environment is essential
The candidate will need to demonstrate commitment to quality patient care and customer satisfaction
Able to work some weekends and public holidays

Competencies

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
Resilience
Engaging diversity
Verbal & written communication and presentation
Influencing
Drive & energy
Excellence orientation
Ethical behaviour
Building relationships
Customer responsiveness
Organisational awareness
Flexibility

Please Send your resume/CV