The Salvation Army in Flagstaff, VIC is seeking a Case Manager to provide person-centred, strengths-based and trauma-informed support to residents experiencing homelessness and complex life challenges.

You will develop tailored case plans, advocate for needs, coordinate services across housing, health, legal, mental health and community organisations, and work with clients toward stable housing and independence.

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ698203

We're seeking an experienced and compassionate Social Worker to provide high-level clinical expertise, leadership and person-centered support to individuals and families

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time

Position Classification:Social Worker Level 4

Remuneration:$131,585 - $134,775 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week:38

Requisition ID:REQ698203

Location:Manning Hospital

Applications Close:Sunday, 1st November 2026

Where you'll be working

Manning Base hospital is Located in the stunning Manning Valley on the NSW mid-north coast. Beautiful Forster offers excellent surf, pristine beaches, outstanding restaurants and cafes. Breathtaking hills and rivers provide the perfect backdrop for a life well-lived - choose between rural tranquillity or vibrant town living, all within easy reach. you will join a supportive team and will grow professionally.

The Opportunity

Join a department where your expertise truly matters. Build a sustainable, emergency medicine-led centre of clinical excellence, training and research. Be part of developing new models of care and forward-thinking solutions that make a lasting difference. where you will be tasks with timely assessments and assistance with discharges within the Emergency Department. You will be supported by ongoing clinical and peer supervision, and supportive management.

Requirements

Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)

What we can offer you

At Hunter New England Health , enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Relocating? The Welcome Experience offers free support to help you and your family settle into your new community.
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional information

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

Number of Positions Available: 1

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here - providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. Make a Real Difference. Change Lives. Create Pathways Out of Homelessness.

At The Salvation Army, we believe everyone deserves safety, dignity, and the opportunity to rebuild their lives. We're seeking a passionate and experienced Case Manager to join our Homelessness Services team, supporting men experiencing homelessness at The Open Door and Flagstaff residential facilities. This is an opportunity to walk alongside people during some of the most challenging periods of their lives and help them secure stable housing, reconnect with services, and achieve lasting positive outcomes.

As a Case Manager, you'll provide person-centred, strengths-based, and trauma-informed support to residents experiencing homelessness and complex life challenges. Working collaboratively with clients, you'll develop tailored case plans, advocate for their needs, and support their journey toward long-term housing and greater independence. You'll build meaningful relationships, coordinate support services, and work closely with housing, health, legal, mental health, and community organisations to achieve sustainable outcomes for clients.

Reporting to the Team Leader, this is a fixed-term full-time role, contracted until October 2027, based in Flagstaff, VIC.

Compensation is in accordance with the SCHADS Award Level 5. $53.43 - $55.85 hourly + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties, allowances, NFP salary packaging.

• Deliver high-quality case management and support planning
• Empower clients to identify and achieve their housing and wellbeing goals
• Advocate for access to housing, health, legal, employment, education, and community supports
• Assist clients to secure medium and long-term housing options
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Facilitate case conferences and coordinate integrated support responses
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and service development
• Support a positive, collaborative, and client-focused team culture

• You are a compassionate and resilient professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to social justice and improving outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.

• Degree qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Community Services, or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in case management within homelessness, housing, or community services
• Strong understanding of homelessness, its causes, and evidence-based intervention approaches
• Experience building effective partnerships across health, housing, legal, and community sectors
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and advocacy skills
• A Current Victorian Driver's Licence
• A Current Employee Working with Children Check

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs.

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts

If you're passionate about empowering people, advocating for social change, and helping individuals achieve housing stability and independence, we'd love to hear from you.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people. The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus. We share the love of Jesus by:

• Caring for people
• Creating faith pathways
• Building healthy communities
• Working for justice

When you work with the Salvos, you help make a real difference to the community and the lives of others. Find more information here. Check out how we're bringing some more good in the world.

The Salvation Army offers a range of employment opportunities across the organisation, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services. When you choose to work with the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis. So, if you are passionate about work that has purpose and satisfaction, are keen on delivering social and sustainable outcomes that change lives, we want to hear from you. Our employees have access to a range of benefits, plus personal development and career diversity opportunities that deliver real and meaningful benefits. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, generous salary packaging opportunities, parental leave, purchase leave schemes and much more.

The Salvation Army encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that accepts and recognises every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provide opportunities for all people to achieve their highest potential.

Check out our career page to find out more about our recruitment process and what its like to work at the Salvos. We are always on the lookout for individuals keen to help us fulfil mission to support those in need. Along with contributing their valuable time to a good cause, volunteers bring much-needed vitality and a fresh perspective through their ideas to the range of roles we have on offer. Whatever your skillset, availability, or areas of interest, we are keen to hear from you. Check out our volunteer opportunities here.

Life Without Barriers in Hobart, TAS, is seeking a Senior Child & Family Practitioner for a permanent full-time role. You will lead and mentor case-management staff within Placement Preservation Support and related services, using trauma-informed, therapeutic approaches to strengthen placements.

This role requires travel to client visits and families, with flexible, hybrid working arrangements. The successful candidate will have senior-level experience in child and family services and

Job no: 507193
Employment type: Full Time
Location: Hobart
Categories: Child, Youth & Family

At Life Without Barriers, we deliver inclusive, trauma-informed services that support children, young people, families, and carers to thrive.

Through foster and kinship care, residential care, family services, and community-based programs, we work alongside children, families, carers, and communities to create safe, supportive environments where every child and young person can reach their potential.

Join us to discover a purpose you can wrap your heart around!

Permanent Full Time Hobart, TAS

We are seeking an experienced Senior Child & Family Practitioner to provide practice leadership and specialist support in our Placement Preservation Support Program and Mentoring and Personalised Support Service.

The Placement Preservation Support and Mentoring and Personalised Support Service Programs works alongside children, young people, carers and families to strengthen placements and reduce the risk of placement breakdown. Through therapeutic, trauma-informed and family-focused interventions, the program aims to build resilience, strengthen support networks and help children and young people remain in stable and nurturing care environments.

You will coach and mentor casework teams, support complex case management, promote reflective practice, and help drive quality outcomes for children, young people and families.

This is a Permanent Full-Time position based in Hobart, with flexible working arrangements. Travel to client visits and families is required.

• Provide practice leadership, coaching and mentoring to case management staff.
• Support complex case reviews and case management activities.
• Lead reflective practice and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complete assessments, planning, reviews and referrals for children and young people with complex needs.
• Promote and embed therapeutic practice frameworks, including CARE and TCI.
• Deliver training and practice development activities to strengthen team capability.

• Degree qualification in Social Work, Psychology or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in child and family services, including complex case management.
• Experience providing practice leadership, supervision or coaching to frontline teams.
• Knowledge of CARE and TCI frameworks will be highly regarded.

Successful candidates will be required to clear background checks including National Criminal History Record Check and Working with Vulnerable People Check.

• Option for monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO).
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Salary packaging benefits.
• Supportive team culture and career progression opportunities.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.

Life Without Barriers offers a dedicated After-Hours Service (AHS) for all Child Youth and Family programs. AHS ensures efficient responses to after-hours events that cannot wait until the next business day, relieving our front-line staff from on-call duties and significantly improving their work-life balance.

Advertised: 15 Oct 2026 Tasmania Daylight Time
Applications close: 08 Nov :55 Tasmania Daylight Time

Key Assets Australia is seeking a Case Manager in our Complex Care service to lead a region-based team of Youth Workers, delivering person-centred, trauma-informed in-home support.

You will work with regional managers to ensure cultural safety remains central in practice, maintain accurate case notes, and coordinate tailored interventions that meet the needs of children and young people. This is a permanent full-time role with hybrid working arrangements.

• Hybrid working arrangements available, with flexibility to balance time in the office, remoteworkand site travel.
• Additionalleave provisions including birthday leave and 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years of service!
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, with access to eLearning, structured trainingprogramsand our Annual Learning Fund to support your professional growth and career progression.
• Generous NFP salary packaging available (up to $15,900/annum)+Company Vehicle/Allowance + Fuel Card

We Are Key Assets Australia

Key Assets is a leading not-for-profit, children, family and community services agency, founded in Australia in 2007. We provide foster carer, complexcareand family services. Operating across all states, ACT and Norfolk Island, our purpose is to achieve positive and lasting outcomes for children, families, and communities. To achieve that, we need people like you!

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and embrace and celebrate the diversity of all people within our communities. Our diversity helps us provide the best support possible to carers, families,childrenand young people and all our external stakeholders.

A little about the role

The Case Manager role is the first line ofmanagementwithin our Complex Care service. Working closely with aregion-basedTeam Manager and Operations Manager, the Case Manager coordinates and supports a team of Youth Workers. Drawing on theexpertiseof our therapeutic specialists and broader support teams,this roleleads theplacement specificdelivery ofpersoncentred,trauma-informedinterventions to meet the needs of children and young people.

You will guide the team to provide intensive, trauma-informed,in-homesupport, ensuring cultural safetyremainscentral to all practice. Through focused, flexible support andhigh-qualitycare you will play a vital role in creating meaningful and lasting outcomes.

The base salary for this position is $105,570.40.00- $110,350.76/annum (based 1.0FTE) + super + mobile phone + salary packaging options up to $15,900 per annum. Company vehicle/allowance + fuel card included. This position is a permanent full-time position.

About you

You will bring with you,

• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the experience of managing, supervising and coaching frontline Youth Workers while building effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to create accurate and timely documentation of required records, critical case plans, progress reports, and incidents in compliance with organisational policies.
• A valuesdriven approach, grounded in cultural safety,personcentredpractice and a commitment to achieving meaningful outcomes for young people.
• Demonstrated capability in working with children and young people with complex or challenging behaviours, using a traumainformed,evidence-basedapproach.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Youth Work, CommunityServicesor a relatedhumanservicesfield and a minimum of two years' experience

My Key Assets

The health and wellbeing of our people is at the core of our employee and client experience. All employee offerings are intentionally curated with care, allowing you to bring your best self to work, every day. Knowledge sharing, ongoing learning and development, engagement and recognition are key pillars in our culture and values.

Work-Life Balance: We are well equipped to support a hybrid approach to the future of work and have developed a flexible work framework to support these arrangements. We understand that work-life balance is important and accommodate flexibility for team members wherever possible. Flexible, family-friendly working arrangements and remote work - just ask us!

Health and Wellbeing: We promote health and wellbeing for our people, just like we would for the children, families and communities we serve. We provide discounted health insurance memberships, confidential counselling services and offer 5weeks'of annual leave after 2 years' continuous service with us!

Professional Development: We provide both digital eLearning and ongoing face to face training as well as an online library. Your continual professional development is always top of our priority list - you'll have access to apply to our Annual Learning fund for subsidised professional development opportunities!

Salary Packaging: part of your wage is paid tax free each pay, saving thousands in tax each year!

The fine print

Applications close: Friday 30 th October 2026 5.00pm WST.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a 395 Dept of Communities Check and hold a valid WWCC

Full Australian driver's licence as travel between sites is required

If you are seeking a role in an excellent, innovative, and supportive team, in a growing organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Key Assets Australia is committed to Equal Opportunity, ethical practice and the principles of cultural diversity and social inclusion.

Key Assets is a Child Safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

While we're reviewing your application, get to know us by visiting our website and on social media to .

The Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency (VACCA) invites applications for a Clinical Team Leader to guide its Aboriginal Children's Healing Team in Chirnside Park. You will provide clinical leadership, supervise a multidisciplinary team and deliver culturally safe, trauma-informed interventions for Aboriginal children and families.

You will maintain a small caseload, mentor staff, and collaborate with partners to shape high-quality practice within a supportive, culturally aligned organisation.

Thinking about your next move? We're expanding and would love to connect with you. Full-time and part-time opportunities available.

Working together, Wellways and Clarity Health Care are committed to delivering a spectrum of mental health and addiction supports and interventions tailored to the unique need of the community. We highly value Lived/Living Experience, inclusivity and genuine partnership, forming the foundations of our work. This innovative approach represents a transformative shift offering a remarkable opportunity to shape the future of mental health and wellbeing in Queensland with the Medicare Mental Health centres.

Founded in 2013, Clarity Healthcare is dedicated to providing compassionate and recovery-based care for individuals facing mental health challenges. From private services to hospital substitution programs, we're committed to making a positive impact in the lives of our community.

You can learn all about our work by visiting our website .

Here's your chance to be part of a dynamic and multi-disciplinary model, working alongside psychiatrists, psychologists, occupational therapists, social workers, peer workers and registered nurses under one roof.

Our team members come from diverse backgrounds, bringing with them a range of expertise and skill sets. They work closely with clients to develop personalised treatment plans that address their individual needs in a safe and empathetic environment.

We are looking for Mental Health Clinician, responsibilities include

• Engaging with participants providing personalised counselling, therapy and brief therapeutic interventions
• Conducting intake assessments and developing tailored counselling plans in collaboration with participants and their families.
• Advocating for participants and coordinating with other clinicians, peer lived experience workers and stakeholders to enhance interventions and well-being.
• Monitoring and managing participants' mental health and well-being, collaborating with health professionals as needed.
• Participating in clinical meetings, case meetings with peer lived experience workers, training sessions, and professional development activities to enhance your expertise.
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team with peer lived experience workers and other mental health clinicians.

• Current AHPRA registration in relevant discipline (psychologist, registered nurse with a background in mental health therapy ) or AASW (Social Worker) (mental health accreditation highly regarded)
• Demonstrated experience in comprehensive mental health assessments and evidence-based interventions.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in trauma informed counselling and therapy including the use of multiple clinical counselling modalities
• Ability to demonstrate and provide mental health triage and participant de-escalation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills including computer literacy
• Ability to build rapport and influence diverse stakeholders.
• Passion for making a difference and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, solution-focused environment.
• Effective time management and organisational skills, with the ability to meet program delivery KPIs.
• Must hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) and a current police check.

• A value driven organisation,where our team have chosen our values: integrity and honesty; inclusive and person centred; continuous learning; accountability; respect
• Competitive salary package
• We are deeply passionate about asupportive work environmentand looking after your mental wellbeing, which include Employee Assistance Program, Workplace wellness initiatives One on one wellbeing support as part of supervision
• A workplace that isfun and excitingto be a part of, working with a team that doesn't take ourselves too seriously, and think we have a sense of humour, bi-monthly group social events
• We value diversity, equity, and inclusion at Clarity Health Care. We aim to continue building a team with a variety of backgrounds, identities, and life experiences
• Career development opportunitiesas part of our growing and diversified business.
• Clinicians play to the top of their game with administration and processes supporting clinicians to deliver outcomes for their clients.

A focus onprofessional developmentunparalleled in mental health clinics including:

• We offer up to $2,000 in professional development allowance and up to 2 days professional development leave.
• Working within ateam-based modelwith the opportunity to learn from a diverse range of health professionals
• Weeklyeducational sessions and case review sessions, including professional development lead by Professor David Castle
• A low ratio of clinicians to team leaders allowing forextensive clinical supervisionand operational support.

This is your chance to work in a team that values your expertise, supports your wellbeing, and gives you the freedom to grow.

Whether full-time or part-time, you'll be playing to the top of your game while making a meaningful difference in people's lives.

• Position : Fixed Term - Full Time (until 23rd April 2027)
• Location : Frankston VIC 3199
• Salary : $80,006 - $85,798 Based on level of experience, plus super

The Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency (VACCA) is an Aboriginal Community-Controlled organisation that supports and advocates for the Aboriginal Community and is the largest organisation of its kind in Australia. The VACCA team is committed to the organisation's visions and values, passionately providing support, service and advocacy for our children and other vulnerable members of the community.

Our strength lies with our people.

Be part of a team that makes a real difference for Aboriginal children, young people and families. As a Case Support Worker with The Orange Door, you will help create a welcoming and culturally safe experience for community by supporting client intake, referrals, administration, and team coordination. Working alongside passionate staff, you will play an important role in connecting people with the right supports and helping families on their journey toward stronger outcomes.

You are a compassionate and organised professional who is passionate about supporting Aboriginal children, families and community. You bring strong administration and communication skills, with the ability to create a welcoming experience for clients, assist with intake and referrals, maintain accurate records, and support service delivery. You value confidentiality, build positive relationships with stakeholders, and are committed to working in a culturally safe way that strengthens outcomes for Aboriginal families.

• Desirable:
• Sound knowledge of the Family Violence Protection Act 2008, Information Sharing and Multi Agency Risk Assessment Framework (MARAM)
• Diploma in community services or equivalent or a lived experience and an ability to work towards attaining higher qualifications.
• Requirements:
• Valid Police Check, a Victorian Working with Children's Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and aVictorian Driver Licence.
• Current COVID-19 vaccination(Strongly Recommended)

• A supportive environment that includes comprehensive induction
• The support of regular internal supervision
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Attractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
• 17.5% loading on annual leave
• Access to agency vehicles for all work-related travel
• Access to Employee support and wellbeing programs
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Opportunity to work and build connection with the Aboriginal Community and culture
• Fitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this program

Application closes by Monday 2nd November 2026

We are committed to Aboriginal self-determination and supporting strong, safe, thriving Aboriginal communities and aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity, honouring all cultural backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities and spiritual beliefs.

VACCA is a child-safe organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people with zero tolerance for child abuse. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement of employment and periodically following commencement.

VACCA is an equal opportunity employer and has a smoke-free workplace policy

Royal Far West seeks an experienced Senior Social Worker (Identified) to deliver culturally responsive social work services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families across rural NSW.

You will assess, intervene, coordinate care, advocate and discharge planning while leading practice education and mentoring within a multidisciplinary team. The role supports connection to culture, kinship and community.

• Position : Full Time - Fixed Term until 8th October 2027


• Location : Frankston VIC 3199


• Salary : $105,570 - $110,350 Based on level experience, plus super

The Victorian Aboriginal Child and Community Agency (VACCA) is an Aboriginal Community-Controlled organisation that supports and advocates for the Aboriginal Community and is the largest organisation of its kind in Australia. The VACCA team is committed to the organisation's visions and values, passionately providing support, service and advocacy for our children and other vulnerable members of the community.

Our strength lies with our people.

Join VACCA's Restoring Families team and walk alongside Aboriginal children, young people and families to keep culture, family and community strong. Through relationship based and healing informed practice, you will support families to build on their strengths, create safe and nurturing homes, and help children remain connected to Country, culture and kin. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will play an important role in supporting family wellbeing, preventing children entering care where possible, and helping families reunify and thrive.

You are passionate about strengthening Aboriginal families and improving outcomes for children and young people. With a strong understanding of culturally safe, healing informed practice, you build trusting relationships and work alongside families to create positive change. You are a skilled collaborator who can engage with community, services and Child Protection, advocate for families, manage complex casework, and support children to remain connected to family, culture and community.

• Qualifications:


• Certificate, Diploma or Degree qualification in Community Services, Social Worker and/or substantial experience in these fields is desirable.


• A minimum 3-5yrs experience as a Practitioner in a relevant field that supports an understanding of child development and family functioning including theories of attachment, intergenerational and personal trauma, as well as relevant risk assessment frameworks, service responses and interventions in working with vulnerable families


• Requirements: Valid Police Check, a Victorian Working with Children's Check for a paid employee (or willingness to obtain) and aVictorian Driver Licence.


• Current COVID-19 vaccination(Strongly Recommended)

• A supportive environment that includes comprehensive induction


• The support of regular internal supervision


• Professional development and training opportunities


• Attractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay


• 17.5% loading on annual leave


• Access to agency vehicles for all work-related travel


• Access to Employee support and wellbeing programs


• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
  
• Opportunity to work and build connection with the Aboriginal Community and culture


• Fitness Passport - allowing you (and your family) access to any of the facilities available on this program

We are committed to Aboriginal self-determination and supporting strong, safe, thriving Aboriginal communities and aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity, honouring all cultural backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities and spiritual beliefs.

VACCA is a child-safe organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people with zero tolerance for child abuse. All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement of employment and periodically following commencement.

VACCA is an equal opportunity employer and has a smoke-free workplace policy

• Join a skilled team with strong wellbeing and learning opportunities
• Part-time 38 hrs per fortnight until 30 June 2027, based in Sale
• SCHADS Level 5, $53.43ph + super + salary packaging

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of women and children experiencing family violence. As a Family Violence Practitioner, you'll provide immediate support, advocacy and case management that empowers families to enhance their safety, wellbeing and recovery. Based in Sale, you'll work collaboratively within a supportive and experienced team environment.

Your impact will include:

• Conducting family violence risk assessments using MARAM.
• Developing safety plans and recovery-focused support strategies.
• Providing advocacy, referrals and practical support to women and their children.
• Working closely with Child Protection, The Orange Door and community services.
• Supporting families to build safer, more stable and nurturing environments.

This is a part-time role working 38 hours per fortnight on a maximum-term contract through to 30 June 2027. You'll have the opportunity to learn from experienced practitioners while contributing to vital family violence services across the Outer Gippsland region.

Uniting's Family Violence Case Management Program provides specialist support to women and children impacted by family violence. Through risk assessment, safety planning, advocacy and case management, the program supports families to address the impacts of violence and move towards recovery and wellbeing.

Using a child-centred, family-focused approach, the team works alongside families to strengthen safety, build resilience and connect them with the support they need. The program partners closely with key services including Child Protection, Family Safety Victoria and The Orange Door to deliver coordinated responses.

At Uniting, you'll enjoy:

• Working in a large values-led organisation with real community impact.
• A 10% discount for eligible employees on out-of-pocket childcare fees at Uniting learning services.
• A 30% discount on Office 365 subscriptions, and a 25% discount at our Uniting Op Shops.
• Flexibility to work from home up to 3 days per week, where operationally appropriate and part time or full time
• Up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits that can be used for living expenses such as groceries, bills, clothing and streaming services.
• Save on dining out and drinks with a meal entertainment benefit of $2,650 annually.
• Increase your annual leave entitlements through our purchase leave program.
• Up to 10 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers (4 for secondary).
• An extra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leave.
• Opt in or out of public holidays and be respected for your unique background.

We're looking for a passionate family violence practitioner who can provide high-quality, client-centred support to women and children experiencing family violence.

You will bring:

• Experience working within family violence services or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding and application of MARAM.
• Knowledge of family violence legislation, risk assessment and safety planning.
• Relevant qualification meeting Family Violence Minimum Qualification Requirements.
• Current Victorian Driver Licence and ability to undertake outreach work.

To be successful in your application you will meet the person specification in the position description, including having a Minimum Qualification Requirement in line with Victorian Government requirements, applicants must hold a relevant degree qualification in Social Work or a related family violence discipline (AQF Level 7 or above).

Please refer to the Mandatory Minimum Qualifications Policy for full details, including alternative experience and qualification pathways.

View the position description here.

If you have questions about the opportunity, please contact Mel Amroodt, at during business hours.

We create real change in people's lives by working in partnership with people, communities, governments and other agencies to reduce the impact of poverty, trauma and disadvantage.

We provide compassionate care for people facing tough times and personal challenges. We support children and young people to break the cycle of disadvantage. We help families keep safe, together and thriving.

For over 100 years we've been fighting inequality, opposing discrimination, and responding to the needs in our communities across Victoria and Tasmania.

Visit us:

We are an inclusive, values-led organisation and proudly welcome people of all identities, backgrounds and experiences. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, and people with lived and living experience relevant to our work.

We are committed to inclusive hiring practices. You are welcome to share your pronouns and let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process. We are here to support you.

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children and young people. We embed child safety in everything we do. Employment with Uniting is subject to relevant pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check and Working with Children Check.

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Uniting invites applications for a part-time Family Violence Practitioner based in Sale. The role delivers immediate support, advocacy and case management to women and children experiencing family violence within the Outer Gippsland region.

You'll conduct MARAM-based risk assessments, develop safety plans, provide referrals, and collaborate with Child Protection, The Orange Door and community services. A Victorian Driver Licence is required, with flexibility to work from home up to 3 days per

Posted: 28/08/2026

Closing Date: 31/12/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Manly and or Work From Home

Job Category: Voluntary, Charity & Social Work

As anIdentifiedrole, this position is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons, Australia's First Nations people. Royal Far West considers that being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification under Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). There are 2 alternatives for confirming your Aboriginality, one of which must be attached to your application for the role as follows: -Confirmation of Aboriginality form OR -Written confirmation from 1-2 Aboriginal organisations within the community in which you live or work, which addresses the 3 criteria listed below: - Is of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, and - Identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, and - Is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community.

Location: Manly, NSW
Employment Type: Full Time
Employer: Royal Far West

Royal Far West is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker (Identified) to join our multidisciplinary Child & Family team. This position plays a vital role in delivering evidence-informed, culturally responsive social work services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families from rural and remote communities across NSW, supporting developmental, behavioural, learning and mental health outcomes.

In this senior clinical role, you will provide assessment, intervention, case management, advocacy, care coordination and discharge planning for children and their families. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while providing cultural consultation, practice leadership, supervision and mentoring to students and early career social workers. The role also contributes to strengthening culturally safe practice across Royal Far West and developing strong relationships with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations and community stakeholders.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the social and emotional wellbeing of children and families while supporting connection to culture, kinship, Country and community. Working within a supportive and highly skilled environment, you will have access to professional development, supervision, career progression opportunities and the flexibility to engage in community visits and outreach where required.

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity (identified position).
• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), and significant post-qualification professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children, young people and families, with a deep understanding of culture, kinship systems, community strengths and the impacts of intergenerational trauma.
• Advanced experience in paediatric child and family social work, including assessment, intervention, advocacy, care coordination, case management and discharge planning.
• Demonstrated ability to provide practice education, supervision, mentoring and leadership to students and/or early career social workers.
• Strong knowledge of child protection legislation, child safe practices, family-centred and trauma-informed approaches, together with the ability to deliver culturally safe and inclusive services.
• Understanding of the opportunities and challenges experienced by children and families living in rural and remote communities.
• Experience contributing to service development, quality improvement, evaluation, research and/or clinical supervision activities.

Royal Far West is a rewarding, inspiring, diverse and purpose driven workplace which aims to elevate and harness our people power to support the health and wellbeing of country children for generations to come.

Our core values of Care, Connection, Passion, and Impact are integral to the organisation. Respecting and upholding these values enables us to maintain a positive, innovative and highly collaborative workplace culture.

Royal Far West has been recognised as one of Australia and New Zealand's Best Places to Work in the prestigious annual list, published by The Australian Financial Review and Boss Magazine. Our extensive benefits offered, include:

• Structured induction program
• Meaningful work where you are making a positive difference. You will be supporting children's mental health, their wellbeing and helping them to build resilience.
• Career and professional development opportunities. There are great opportunities to learn best practice, we offer an Impactful Leadership Program to emerging leaders, interactive workshops offered to develop your work skills as well as online mandatory training.
• Multi-disciplinary workplace. Across RFW we have collaborative and supportive resident paediatricians, psychiatrists, psychologists, speech pathologists, occupational therapists and social workers to name a few.
• Attractive remuneration: base salary + 12% superannuation
• Salary Packaging - up to $15,900 of your general living expenses can be offered tax free + meals and entertainment up to $2,650 pa tax free. See details at
• Recognition & Reward - Length of service awards and recognition awards aligned to our values.
• Positive Culture - We are an inclusive organisation welcoming people from all walks of life!
• Beautiful location at Manly Beach: easy access by bus, ferry and parking options. We are based in an architecturally designed building, purposely built to deliver our services. We have showers and towels available for your use so going for a swim before or after work is possible.
• CARE Days - up to 5 days off to look after individuals' health and wellbeing, on top of Annual and Personal Leave, with the intention to provide employees with an opportunity to take regular breaks throughout the year.
• Benefits Program with discounts available on many high street purchases across Australia and access to novated car leasing.
• Pandemic Leave - 7 days paid leave, per calendar year to employees that have been impacted by either a disaster or pandemic which affects their ability to attend work.
• Gifted Leave - gifting leave of up to 3 working days over the Christmas and New Year holiday period.
• Paid Parental Leave - 14 weeks full leave pay for the primary care giver and 4 weeks full leave for the non-primary care giver. Access to paid lactation breaks and lactation facilities.

Royal Far West is a Child Safe Organisation committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people. All employees and volunteers at Royal Far West are committed to child safe principles and following child safe guidelines and child safety and wellbeing policy.

All employees and volunteers are required to hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) from the state in which they reside, plus a WWCC from any other state where they complete child related work and to undergo training as part of their onboarding to the organisation. Additional checks (NDIS Worker Check and/or National Criminal Record Check) may apply depending on the role.

Royal Far West values diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and be currently residing in Australia.

Berry Street Yooralla's Family Violence service in the West invites a Specialist Family Violence Practitioner to join the People Using Violence team at Mt Helen Office. The role focuses on accountability and safety for victim-survivors, using evidence-informed interventions across programs such as A Place for Change and Caring Dads.

Occasional after-hours work and travel may be required. You will collaborate with Victoria Police, Child Protection and community partners to promote safety and risk

Berry Street Yooralla's Family Violence service in the West is the lead provider for the integrated family violence service system in the Central Highlands sub-region. The Family Violence service provides support and intervention services to adult and child victim-survivors, as well as people who use violence. Our programs aim to support victim-survivors to remain safely within their community and to recover from the impacts of family violence and, to support accountability and change for people who have used or are using force or violence.

• Mt Helen Office on Wadawurrung Country
• Part Time (0.8FTE), Permanent
• $115K + Super & Salary Packaging (pro rata)

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Specialist Family Violence Practitioner to join our People Using Violence team.

In this role, you will work with people who use violence or force, supporting accountability, behaviour change and increased safety for victim survivors. You will use evidence-informed interventions across the programs, conduct individual case management responses including A Place for Change, and facilitate group sessions including the Caring Dads Program.

Working within an integrated family violence response, you will collaborate with key stakeholders including Victoria Police, Child Protection, The Orange Door and community partners to promote safety, manage risk and support meaningful change.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing risk assessment and specialist case management.
• Facilitating and co-facilitating group programs.
• Supporting clients to engage with services, housing and community supports.
• Developing and reviewing case plans focused on accountability and behaviour change.
• Participating in case conferencing and integrated family violence responses.
• Maintaining accurate client records and reporting requirements.

Please note that this role may require occasional after-hours work and travel across service locations.

You are a reflective and resilient practitioner with a strong understanding of family violence and a commitment to promoting safety, accountability and social justice.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A Bachelor qualification in Social Work (or equivalent) or meet the Family Violence Mandatory Minimum Qualifications requirements.
• Experience working with families impacted by family violence, including people who use violence or force.
• Skills in risk assessment, case management and client engagement.
• Knowledge of MARAM, family violence legislation and contemporary family violence practice frameworks.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities within a complex service environment.
• Knowledge of Victoria's family violence, community and justice sectors.

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing learning, professional development and reflective practice.
• The chance to contribute to innovative responses that improve safety for victim survivors.
• Meaningful work that creates lasting impact for individuals, families and communities.
• A workplace that values diversity, inclusion and lived experience.

We believe in diversity, inclusion and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of the Victorian community. We recognise the benefits that diversity and inclusion brings, and in turn encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies.

We encourage applications from people with lived experience of disability. You'll receive adjustments and support throughout the whole process - from the application stage to starting in the workplace. If you require the position description in a different format or any accommodation or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively email

Berry Street Yooralla is committed to being a child safe, child friendly and child empowering organisation. In everything we do we seek to protect children. We are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children; children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds; children with a disability; children who identify as LGBTIQA+. We aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their cultural background, ability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, spirituality or religion.

Please Note; the successful applicant will be subject to comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a NDIS Screening Check, Working with Children Check and National and International Police check (if required) and NDIS training.

Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence Healing Coordinator

Job No:KWHB242

Location:Katherine

Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation delivering primary health care and holistic health programs across a 162,000 km region of remote Katherine West, Northern Territory. We take a whole-of-person approach to health and wellbeing - spiritual, cultural, emotional and family wellbeing included - and we're deeply committed to evidence-based, culturally appropriate care.

We're proud to prioritise the recruitment and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, and we're building genuine career pathways for community members into clinical, leadership and support roles. Working with KWHB isn't just a job - it's a life-changing experience that will challenge your perceptions and broaden your understanding of remote Australia.

The Family Domestic and Sexual Violence (FDSV) Healing Coordinator position is well suited to someone with a recognised tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers, as well as an understanding of Aboriginal cultural values and commitment to the advancement and self-determination of Aboriginal communities.

TheFDSVHealing Coordinatorprovides leadership, coordination and clinical oversight of the Big Rivers Healing for Our Mob program. A key focus of the position is strengthening integration across partnering organisations, ensuring healing and wellbeing of FDSV victim-survivors and communities remain central to service delivery. The program also works in partnership with communities to deliver education and awareness of FDSV, improve access to support pathways and promote culturally grounded recovery and healing.

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Provide guidance and coordination of the Big Rivers Healing for Our Mob program,ensuring effective and culturally secure service delivery.
• Strengthen multidisciplinary integration across partnering organisations to ensure aholistic, health-led approach to supporting FDSV victim-survivors and communities.
• In collaboration with the case workers, oversee referral and intake processes,ensuring timely triage, appropriate allocation, and prioritisation of clients based onrisk and need.
• Ensure high-quality case management practices, including the development,implementation, and regular review of care plans, risk assessments, and casedocumentation.
• Provide mentoring and support to the FDSV Healing Practitioners, Cultural Healing Support Officers and Health Promotion Officers and reflective practice supervision to students, fostering professional development, reflective practice, and staff wellbeing.
• Manage a small, complex caseload as required, providing direct support to clients and modelling best practice in family-centred, trauma-informed care.

What You will Receive:

In return, you'll receive an attractive remuneration package (negotiable based on your skills and experience) from $118,778 to $137,698 (HP3 classification), plus 12% superannuation and a range of benefits, including:

• Salary packaging opportunities
• Six weeks annual leave plus 18% leave loading.
• A meaningful, purpose-driven role improving cancer outcomes for Aboriginal communities.
• Regular remote travel with a Katherine home base.
• A supportive, multidisciplinary team environment that values collaboration, learning and growth.
• Ongoing professional development, training and capacity-building opportunities.
• Ongoing professional development, training and capacity-building opportunities.
• The chance to build lasting relationships and cultural connection that will shape your career and perspective.

Applications close: 29 October 2026, limited tenure position until 30 June 2028

This is anamazing opportunityto utilise your skills and passion tomake a genuine difference to some of the most remote communities in Australia.

Your New Home

The Big Rivers region (a 3 hour drive from Darwin) begins south of Kakadu National Park encompassing Pine Creek, then extends over 500km south to Kalkaringi and stretches across the width of the Territory between the Western Australia and Queensland borders. The region is significant in scale, covering over 360,000 square kilometres and accounting for an area greater than that covered by Germany. The region consists of a number of varied natural environments including vast rivers, tropical forests, rocky escarpments and savannah plains.

With eight national parks and reserves throughout the region, as well as five main river systems, this is a truly unique part of the world that many will never get to see. If you're looking for authentic cultural and historical attractions, as well as an outdoor lifestyle that showcases the natural wonders of the Australian outback, look no further.

Questions

Do you have the unrestricted right to work in Australia? If no, please do not continue.

• Yes
• No

Do you hold a recognised tertiary qualification in Social Work, and eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers?

• Yes
• No

Are you willing and able to provide a copy of your personal immunisation certificate as per the KWHB Staff Screening and Vaccination policy?

• Yes
• No

Do you hold, or have the ability to hold, a Northern Territory Working with Children Card (Ochre Card), National Police Check (maximum 3 months old) and NT Driver's License ?

• Yes
• No

Are you willing to relocate to Katherine and travel to Katherine West Health Board Remote Communities for this opportunity?

• Yes
• No
• Briefly outline your relevant skills, work experience and qualifications.
• What interests you about this opportunity?

Katherine West Health Board in Katherine seeks an experienced FDSV Healing Coordinator to provide leadership, coordination and clinical oversight of the Big Rivers Healing for Our Mob program.

You will strengthen integration across partner organisations, support healing and wellbeing of FDSV victims and communities, and supervise practitioners while mentoring students; a tertiary Social Work qualification is required.

CQID in Rockhampton, Queensland seeks a Senior Practitioner to lead kinship carer assessments, ensuring they are culturally safe, evidence-informed and compliant with legislation, practice frameworks and CQID policy. The role focuses on upholding ATSICPP and centred voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families and communities.

You will guide complex assessments, provide defensible recommendations, and work with diverse stakeholders across the region to deliver safe,

Social Worker - Wondakka Community Rehabilitation Centre

Job no: 953462

Work type: Part time

Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Mental Health

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Wondakka Community Rehabilitation Centre – ELIZABETH EAST SA 5112
• Salary: $94,997 - $110,052 p.a. (pro rata) plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – AHP2
• Temporary Part-Time – 30 hours per week, up to 3 December 2027

About the Role:

Mental health recovery is built on connection, consistency, and skilled clinical support. As a Social Worker with the NALHN Mental Health Service at Wondakka Community Rehabilitation Centre in Salisbury, you'll work alongside a committed multidisciplinary team to support adults on their rehabilitation journey within one of South Australia's most progressive community-based mental health settings.

Your Role at Wondakka

This is a part-time, short-term contract position (ending 3 December 2027) embedded within the Adult Mental Health Rehabilitation Service. You will contribute meaningfully to community-based recovery by delivering:

• Comprehensive psychosocial assessments and care planning for adults with complex mental health needs
• Therapeutic individual and group interventions aligned to recovery-oriented practice frameworks
• Coordination with community services, housing supports, and family networks to reduce barriers to independent living
• Active participation in multidisciplinary team reviews, case conferences, and clinical governance processes

What You'll Bring

• Demonstrated experience in mental health settings, including psychosocial assessment and recovery planning
• Sound understanding of the South Australian mental health legislative framework and the National Standards for Mental Health Services
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a rehabilitation-focused, community-based team
• Strong communication skills and experience engaging with consumers, carers, and external service providers
• Current driver's licence and willingness to work across NALHN sites as required

To be eligible for this position, you must have an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

About You:

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a passionate, highly driven, dedicated and progressive team.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia, and one of the largest employers in northern Adelaide.

NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality healthcare services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care, as well as primary health care services with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management.

With a commitment for ongoing upgrades to our facilities and the introduction of new services, our priority is delivering exceptional health and wellbeing services that enhance the quality of life for our community.

Our 300-plus Allied Health professionals play an integral role in multidisciplinary teams delivering outstanding care to patients across our acute, subacute and hospital avoidance services.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

At NALHN, we have a strong commitment to providing a clinically interesting professional experience, with structured and supportive education and professional development, and career progression pathways.

Some feedback from current employees about working as Allied Health Professionals in NALHN includes:

“My favourite part about working in NALHN is the close working relationships we have across Allied Health to optimise patient care.”

“I feel like I’m part of a growing and developing service.”

“I love the great team dynamic and the culture of learning and support.”

Our Local Health Network Sites and Services:

NALHN provides a range of hospital (inpatient), outpatient, community and home-based services across multiple sites in Adelaide’s north and north-eastern suburbs, including Aboriginal health, mental health, and GP services.

Lyell McEwin Hospital–the major hospital in northern Adelaide for emergency care, complex and multi-day surgery, medicine, obstetric, paediatrics and outpatient services.

Modbury Hospital–a general hospital with emergency care, elective surgery, medicine, outpatient and sub-acute services, rehabilitation, geriatric and palliative care.

Mental Health Services–adult and older persons mental health services and statewide forensic mental health services, across hospital and community settings.

Watto Purrunna Aboriginal Primary Health Care Services–provides culturally responsive primary healthcare services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in-hospital and across four community sites.

Primary Health Care Services–including GP Plus sites at Elizabeth, Modbury and Gilles Plains.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Incremental wage increases in-line with the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025

Access to experienced clinicians across a broad range of expertise, who are supportive of collegial sharing of skills and knowledge in different therapies and client presentations.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

In addition to this, other benefits of working as a Social Worker in NALHN include:

• professional development opportunities. We have a well-established Allied Health Education unit which offers high-quality, targeted in-house training, and under the current enterprise agreement staff are also eligible for a Professional Development Allowance and entitled to claim reimbursement of eligible professional development expenses to allow you to continue to build upon your professional foundations
• opportunities to participate in research. NALHN have an Allied Health Research Chair, who is able to work with clinicians and teams to support clinical research
• regular clinical supervision, allowing you to receive individualised support, learning and development to help you achieve your career goals

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s):

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for vulnerable person-related employment screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is–Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 953462

Enquiries:

Eliza Neander

Manager

Phone: (08)

E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date:

13 November 2026 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

953462 - Social Worker - AHP2 - Northern Mental Health - Role Description.pdf

* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.

Advertised: 30 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 13 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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Job Description:

Role title: Social Worker - Cancer Care (Level 1-2)

Role type: Max term contract, full time (Until December 2027)

Shift details: Monday to Friday

Department and location: Social Work (Cancer Care Team), St Vincent’s Public Hospital, Sydney

Salary: $79,419.00 to $113,301.00 + Super + Salary Packaging

Welcome to St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney

Join a team built on a proud legacy of world-class care, true compassion, and deep community roots.

Founded by the Sisters of Charity and powered today by St Vincent’s Health Australia, the Sisters' legacy of compassionate service is our living heartbeat. As Sydney’s premier and iconic inner-city public hospital, we serve the entire population, providing world-class care to all people, including the most vulnerable in our community. Across our renowned precinct, we feature cutting-edge programs and surgery infrastructure, fostering clinical excellence and professional growth.

Located in the vibrant heart of Darlinghurst, we are positioned just minutes from Kings Cross station, with direct, high-frequency bus connections from the east, and seamless links from Gadigal and Museum stations right to our doorstep.

Read on to explore this exciting role and the fantastic perks waiting for you here.

About the role

• Provide specialist social work services to cancer patients (predominately head and neck and radiation oncology) and their families across inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting them through diagnosis, treatment and recovery
• Undertake psychosocial assessments, identify and manage risk, and provide counselling and practical support to help patients navigate the challenges associated with cancer care
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support holistic patient care, participate in case discussions, and coordinate safe discharge planning and referrals to community services
• Advocate for patients and carers by facilitating access to supports and services, including applications through NDIS and NCAT Guardianship where required
• Contribute to service development through participation in supervision, quality improvement initiatives, education, research activities, student supervision and the social work on-call roster
• Maintain high standards of professional practice through accurate documentation, reporting, compliance with relevant policies and legislation, and ongoing professional development

About you

• Degree-qualified Social Worker eligible for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), with clinical experience in a tertiary hospital or healthcare setting
• Demonstrated experience supporting patients with cancer, including psychosocial assessment, counselling, psycho-education, advocacy, case management and discharge planning
• Strong knowledge of crisis intervention, grief and loss, and short-term solution-focused approaches, with the ability to support patients and families through complex healthcare journeys
• Collaborative and resilient professional who thrives in multidisciplinary environments, with strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and communication skills
• Highly organised with excellent time management, clinical documentation and computer literacy skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
• Committed to continuous learning and improvement, with the ability to contribute to research, quality initiatives and education programs, and willingness to participate in a 24-hour crisis on-call service to provide after-hours support as required

What we can offer you

• Exceptional Rewards: Competitive pay and not-for-profit salary packaging to maximise your income
• World-Class: Be part of a renowned precinct alongside the Garvan & Victor Chang institutes
• Excellence: Premier heart/lung transplant program, advanced robotics, & pioneering HIV/AIDS initiatives
• Cutting-Edge Oncology: Deliver advanced cancer care and trials at the renowned Kinghorn Cancer Centre
• Community: Support vital programs for First Nations, homelessness, mental health, & drug and alcohol care
• Professional Advancement: Accelerate your career with study leave and Curran Foundation scholarships
• Health & Wellbeing: Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrations
• Coming from NSW Health: Smooth transfer of your qualifying service and leave entitlements

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.

Equal opportunity

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.

As part of our commitment to reconciliation, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community.

How to apply

The closing date for applications is 13th November 2026.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the things listed in the About You section of this job advert. 

Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

Code of Conduct:

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St John of God Midland Public Hospital we provide a comprehensive range of services including emergency medicine, critical care, day chemotherapy, paediatric care, aged and stroke care, maternity and general surgery. 

Our 307-bed public hospital is operated under a public-private partnership between the State Government and St John of God Health Care. 

Our Services include wide range of public health care services for people in Midland and surrounding communities. Our services include 24-hour emergency care, public maternity care, Aboriginal pregnancy and maternity support through Moort Boojari Mia, acute mental health treatment and medical and surgical care. 

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Aboriginal Health Practitioner to join our team at St John of God Midland Public Hospital. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by providing culturally safe, holistic, person-centred clinical care, health education and health promotion services.

Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary hospital teams, you will provide clinical support and advocacy for patients and families, contribute to health education initiatives, and act as a trusted cultural advisor across the hospital. You will also foster strong relationships with Aboriginal community organisations, primary healthcare providers and Aboriginal Medical Services to support continuity of care and improved health outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver culturally safe, holistic clinical care within your scope of practice.
• Conduct health assessments, screening, monitoring and treatment of patients.
• Provide health education, disease prevention programs and support for patients and families.
• Facilitate access to health and community services and advocate on behalf of patients.
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with Aboriginal Medical Services and community health providers.
• Promote culturally respectful and non-discriminatory healthcare practices.
• Provide cultural guidance and support to hospital teams.
• Support and mentor Aboriginal Health Practitioner students and newly qualified practitioners.
• Contribute to health promotion initiatives and strategies that address the health needs of Aboriginal people within the local community.
• Maintain professional registration, mandatory training and compliance requirements.

This is an identified Aboriginal Position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 50d of the Anti-Discrimination Act.

To be successful, you will possess current registration with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practice Board of Australia, a minimum of five years' experience as an Aboriginal Health Practitioner, and a Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice (HLT40221) or equivalent qualification.

You will demonstrate strong clinical, cultural and leadership capabilities, with proven experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in a clinical setting. Your ability to build collaborative community relationships, provide cultural and clinical advice, engage effectively with healthcare providers and communicate confidently with diverse stakeholders will be highly regarded. A current driver's licence and sound computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications, are essential.

Above all, people  will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer you

• Highly competitive remeruation
• Permanemnt, full-time positon
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
  • Novated leasing 
  • work related expenses
  • self-education and
  • additional superannuation
• A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs
• Access to gym membership, fitness and wellbeing benefits through Fitness Passport for you and your family.
• Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
• Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Innovative Professional Development opportunities
• Free on-site parking

All applicants are asked to submit a CV and covering letter (of no more than one (1) page) demonstrating how you meet the above position requirements.

For enquiries, contact Charis Burgess Nurse Manager, on 0419 367 459.

Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly.  Apply today!

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.