AASW Webinar Recording | Navigating Industrial Relations and Workplace Health and Safety Frameworks for Social Workers

Capability Level: Evolving

Australia's workplace relations landscape is multifaceted, involving various legal, regulatory, and procedural aspects, with differing legislation across states. Social workers, who assist clients dealing with work-related injustices, stress, injuries, or disputes, can greatly benefit from gaining insights into these complex frameworks.

This webinar is specifically designed for social workers who support clients with work-related matters. It provides valuable insights into key components of rights at work, health and safety regulatory frameworks, including workers' compensation.

The session is essential for social workers involved in client interventions or advocacy related to workplace challenges. Whether you assist individuals experiencing workplace injustice, mental health challenges stemming from work, or difficulties navigating workers' compensation and rehabilitation processes, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge to better support and guide them. It will also cover specific information how to access information and advice on issues such as workplace bullying, discrimination, sexual harassment, and unfair treatment.

The skills learned will enhance your ability to make a meaningful impact in clients' lives. You’ll leave with practical tools to assist clients more effectively, understand where and when to refer, and gain greater confidence in addressing work-related challenges.

Who should register?

Social workers and other allied health professionals involved in client advocacy and workplace-related support. Whether you are new to the field or seeking to deepen your expertise, this webinar is essential for anyone supporting individuals in employment settings.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the components and functions of the IR, and WHS frameworks.
• Understanding the workers' compensation systems accross the country and how to support access to these.
• Develop strategies for effective advocacy and to influence risk management in various workplace scenarios.

Testimonials

• "Thorough presentation covering macro and micro lenses of the interaction between legislation, policy, systemic issues and how these might apply to individuals. Thank you!"
• "It was great to receive an update and links to appropriate resources to refresh my knowledge and bring it up to date."