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AOD Services Team Leader
AU UnitingCare Queensland
TAS
Social Worker
AOD Services Team Leader | Pinangba | Cape York Family Centre Employment Term: Permanent Full Time Location: Cape York Family Centre Remuneration: Attractive...
2 day(s) ago
AOD Services Team Leader
AU UnitingCare Queensland
TAS
Social Worker
AOD Services Team Leader | Pinangba | Cape York Family Centre Employment Term: Permanent Full Time Location: Cape York Family Centre Remuneration: Attractive...
2 day(s) ago
Social Worker
NT Health
NT
Social Worker
Vacancy Number: 046783 Agency: Department of Health Number of Vacancies: 2 Work Unit Allied Health - General Services Location: Darwin Primary Objective: Del...
3 day(s) ago
Social Worker
NT Health
NT
Social Worker
Vacancy Number: 046783 Agency: Department of Health Number of Vacancies: 2 Work Unit Allied Health - General Services Location: Darwin Primary Objective: Del...
3 day(s) ago
Senior Social Worker
SA Health
Adelaide Metro, SA
Social Worker
Senior Social Worker Job no: 952820 Work type: Full time Location: Adelaide CBD Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Community and Social Services, Chil...
3 day(s) ago
Senior Social Worker
SA Health
Adelaide Metro, SA
Social Worker
Senior Social Worker Job no: 952820 Work type: Full time Location: Adelaide CBD Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Community and Social Services, Chil...
3 day(s) ago
Social Worker - Counselling and Early Response Team
SA Health
Adelaide Metro, SA
Social Worker
Social Worker - Counselling and Early Response Team Job no: 953527 Work type: Full time Location: Adelaide CBD Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Comm...
3 day(s) ago
Social Worker - Counselling and Early Response Team
SA Health
Adelaide Metro, SA
Social Worker
Social Worker - Counselling and Early Response Team Job no: 953527 Work type: Full time Location: Adelaide CBD Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Comm...
3 day(s) ago
Social Worker
AU St John of God Health Care
Ballarat & Central Highlands, VIC
Social Worker
St John of God Ballarat Hospital We are seeking Grade 1 and Grade 2 Social Workers to join our casual pool at St John of God Ballarat Hospital.
4 day(s) ago
Social Worker
AU St John of God Health Care
Ballarat & Central Highlands, VIC
Social Worker
St John of God Ballarat Hospital We are seeking Grade 1 and Grade 2 Social Workers to join our casual pool at St John of God Ballarat Hospital.
4 day(s) ago
Aboriginal Health Practitioner Advanced Generalist
NT Health
NT
Social Worker
Vacancy Number: 004199 Agency: Department of Health Number of Vacancies: 1 Work Unit Primary Health Care, Central Australia Region Location: Maryvale (Titjik...
5 day(s) ago
Aboriginal Health Practitioner Advanced Generalist
NT Health
NT
Social Worker
Vacancy Number: 004199 Agency: Department of Health Number of Vacancies: 1 Work Unit Primary Health Care, Central Australia Region Location: Maryvale (Titjik...
5 day(s) ago
Mental Health Graduate Social Workers
AU Mercy Health Aged Care
TAS
Social Worker
Employment Type: Part time, contract Hours: 64 hours per fortnight Salary: As per EBA starting as Grade 2, Year 1-3 pending qualifications Location: Various...
6 day(s) ago
Mental Health Graduate Social Workers
AU Mercy Health Aged Care
TAS
Social Worker
Employment Type: Part time, contract Hours: 64 hours per fortnight Salary: As per EBA starting as Grade 2, Year 1-3 pending qualifications Location: Various...
6 day(s) ago
Social Worker AHP1/2 - Northern Adelaide Rehabilitation Service
SA Health
Adelaide Metro, SA
Social Worker
Social Worker AHP1/2 - Northern Adelaide Rehabilitation Service Job no: 953305 Work type: Full time, Part time Location: Adelaide Metro Northern Categories:...
9 day(s) ago
Social Worker AHP1/2 - Northern Adelaide Rehabilitation Service
SA Health
Adelaide Metro, SA
Social Worker
Social Worker AHP1/2 - Northern Adelaide Rehabilitation Service Job no: 953305 Work type: Full time, Part time Location: Adelaide Metro Northern Categories:...
9 day(s) ago
Social Worker - ACRPC Casual Pool
SA Health
Adelaide Metro, SA
Social Worker
Social Worker - ACRPC Casual Pool Job no: 953991 Work type: Casual Location: Adelaide Metro Northern Categories: Allied and Scientific Health Northern Adelai...
9 day(s) ago
Social Worker - ACRPC Casual Pool
SA Health
Adelaide Metro, SA
Social Worker
Social Worker - ACRPC Casual Pool Job no: 953991 Work type: Casual Location: Adelaide Metro Northern Categories: Allied and Scientific Health Northern Adelai...
9 day(s) ago
Senior Social Worker Palliative Care
Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Flinders Medical Centre– Palliative Care
SA
Social Worker
Senior Social Worker Palliative Care Job no: 953745 Work type: Full time Location: Various Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Community and Social Ser...
10 day(s) ago
Senior Social Worker Palliative Care
Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Flinders Medical Centre– Palliative Care
SA
Social Worker
Senior Social Worker Palliative Care Job no: 953745 Work type: Full time Location: Various Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Community and Social Ser...
10 day(s) ago
Senior Social Worker - Community Geriatric Service
Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Daw Park – Rehabilitation, Aged Care and Palliative Care
Adelaide Metro, SA
Social Worker
Senior Social Worker - Community Geriatric Service Job no: 952142 Work type: Full time Location: Adelaide Metro Southern, Adelaide CBD Categories: Allied and...
10 day(s) ago
Senior Social Worker - Community Geriatric Service
Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Daw Park – Rehabilitation, Aged Care and Palliative Care
Adelaide Metro, SA
Social Worker
Senior Social Worker - Community Geriatric Service Job no: 952142 Work type: Full time Location: Adelaide Metro Southern, Adelaide CBD Categories: Allied and...
10 day(s) ago
Senior Social Worker
AU St John of God Health Care
ACT
AUD 130,917 - 139,591 per year
Social Worker
Your role at St John of God Midland Private Hospital We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team to p...
10 day(s) ago
Senior Social Worker
AU St John of God Health Care
ACT
AUD 130,917 - 139,591 per year
Social Worker
Your role at St John of God Midland Private Hospital We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team to p...
10 day(s) ago
Senior Social Worker Casual
AU St John of God Health Care
ACT
AUD 82 - 88 per hour
Social Worker
Your role at St John of God Midland Private Hospital We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team to p...
10 day(s) ago
Senior Social Worker Casual
AU St John of God Health Care
ACT
AUD 82 - 88 per hour
Social Worker
Your role at St John of God Midland Private Hospital We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team to p...
10 day(s) ago
Graduate Social Worker
AU Mercy Health Aged Care
Pilbara & Kimberley, WA
Social Worker
Employment Type: Part time, contract - fixed term, 12-month contract Hours: 64 hours per fortnight Salary: As per EBA starting as Grade 2, Year 1-3 pending q...
10 day(s) ago
Graduate Social Worker
AU Mercy Health Aged Care
Pilbara & Kimberley, WA
Social Worker
Employment Type: Part time, contract - fixed term, 12-month contract Hours: 64 hours per fortnight Salary: As per EBA starting as Grade 2, Year 1-3 pending q...
10 day(s) ago
Graduate Social Worker
AU Mercy Health Aged Care
Pilbara & Kimberley, WA
Social Worker
Employment Type: Part time, contract - fixed term, 12-month contract Hours: 64 hours per fortnight Salary: As per EBA starting as Grade 2, Year 1-3 pending q...
10 day(s) ago
Graduate Social Worker
AU Mercy Health Aged Care
Pilbara & Kimberley, WA
Social Worker
Employment Type: Part time, contract - fixed term, 12-month contract Hours: 64 hours per fortnight Salary: As per EBA starting as Grade 2, Year 1-3 pending q...
10 day(s) ago
Grade 3 Clinical Social Worker - Residential Aged Care
AU St Vincents Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
AUD 104,135 - 118,981 per year
Social Worker
Job Description: Grade 3 Clinical Social Worker - Residential Aged Care Permanent Part Time (0.
13 day(s) ago
Grade 3 Clinical Social Worker - Residential Aged Care
AU St Vincents Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
AUD 104,135 - 118,981 per year
Social Worker
Job Description: Grade 3 Clinical Social Worker - Residential Aged Care Permanent Part Time (0.
13 day(s) ago
Social Worker
AU Mercy Health Aged Care
TAS
AUD 45 - 52 per hour
Social Worker
Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract (Full-Time) Salary: Grade 2 SW, ranging from $45.
16 day(s) ago
Social Worker
AU Mercy Health Aged Care
TAS
AUD 45 - 52 per hour
Social Worker
Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract (Full-Time) Salary: Grade 2 SW, ranging from $45.
16 day(s) ago
Social Worker, Grade 2 - SECASA, Brief Intervention, Intake & After Hours Team
Monash Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
Social Worker
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
18 day(s) ago
Social Worker, Grade 2 - SECASA, Brief Intervention, Intake & After Hours Team
Monash Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
Social Worker
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
18 day(s) ago
Social Worker
AU St Vincents Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
AUD 79,419 - 113,301 per year
Social Worker
Job Description: Role title: Social Worker (Level 1-2) Role type: Max term contract, full time (until June 2027) Shift details: Monday to Friday Department a...
20 day(s) ago
Social Worker
AU St Vincents Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
AUD 79,419 - 113,301 per year
Social Worker
Job Description: Role title: Social Worker (Level 1-2) Role type: Max term contract, full time (until June 2027) Shift details: Monday to Friday Department a...
20 day(s) ago
ED Care Coordinator/Social Worker
AU St Vincents Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
AUD 90,184 per year
Social Worker
Job Description: Permanent / Part Time – 56 hours per fortnigh Work across the Emergency Department and community supporting people with complex health and s...
23 day(s) ago
ED Care Coordinator/Social Worker
AU St Vincents Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
AUD 90,184 per year
Social Worker
Job Description: Permanent / Part Time – 56 hours per fortnigh Work across the Emergency Department and community supporting people with complex health and s...
23 day(s) ago
Social Worker Grade 1
AU St Vincents Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
Social Worker
Job Description: Full Time, Fixed Term until 31 December 2027 Structured New Graduate Program with dedicated supervision and professional development Build y...
24 day(s) ago
Social Worker Grade 1
AU St Vincents Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
Social Worker
Job Description: Full Time, Fixed Term until 31 December 2027 Structured New Graduate Program with dedicated supervision and professional development Build y...
24 day(s) ago
Social Worker (Grade 3)
AU St Vincents Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
Social Worker
Job Description: Excellent benefits including salary packaging Fitzroy location Challenging and rewarding work environment Permanent, Full Time role The Grad...
25 day(s) ago
Social Worker (Grade 3)
AU St Vincents Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
Social Worker
Job Description: Excellent benefits including salary packaging Fitzroy location Challenging and rewarding work environment Permanent, Full Time role The Grad...
25 day(s) ago
Social Worker (Grade 4) - Acute Community Intervention Service - Dandenong
Monash Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
Social Worker
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
25 day(s) ago
Social Worker (Grade 4) - Acute Community Intervention Service - Dandenong
Monash Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
Social Worker
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
25 day(s) ago
Social Worker, Grade 3 - SECU
Monash Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
Social Worker
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
25 day(s) ago
Social Worker, Grade 3 - SECU
Monash Health
Melbourne Metro, VIC
Social Worker
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
25 day(s) ago
Social Work Student Coordinator
Monash Health
VIC
Social Worker
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
25 day(s) ago
Social Work Student Coordinator
Monash Health
VIC
Social Worker
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
25 day(s) ago
Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2461486
AOD Services Team Leader | Pinangba | Cape York Family Centre
- Employment Term: Permanent Full Time
- Location: Cape York Family Centre
- Remuneration: Attractive Salary + Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging + employee Discounts
Pinangba is the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander service delivery arm of UnitingCare. The foundations of Pinangba are built from our cultural identity and strong community relationships and partnerships.
Cape York Family Centreprovides culturally appropriate residential alcohol and other drug rehabilitation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families across Cape York, with a unique whole-family model supporting adults and children together.
We're passionate about supporting our communities and our clients' journeys. If you share our passion, join our team and help us continue to make a difference in the lives of others!
We value cultural knowledge and lived experience. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
About the role:
The Team Leader position is responsible for supporting therapeutic best practice in accordance with policies, procedures and best practice guidelines for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families from First Nations communities affected by alcohol and other drug use.
Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, you will provide leadership and mentoring to Case Workers to develop and maintain a high level of therapeutic practice across the service.
- Demonstrated experience in leading, mentoring and/or coaching a multidisciplinary team to achieve team outcomes.
- Demonstrated experience delivering holistic, outcome-focused interventions for families or individuals living with substance use and complex mental health issues.
- Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities, with knowledge of culturally appropriate practice.
- Experience in the review and delivery of evidence-based psychoeducational programs.
- Demonstrated experience contributing to and leading quality improvement practices.
- Highly developed computer skills across a variety of software packages, including client information systems.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct drug and alcohol assessments and/or assessments in a related field, with knowledge of patterns of addictive behaviour and their implications for intervention.
Role requirements:
You’ll have a genuine passion for supporting individuals and families, along with the following skills and attributes:
- Diploma in Leadership/Management in community services/social emotional wellbeing, or demonstrated extensive work experience in a similar leadership position.
- Previous case management experience, ideally within a similar service.
- Current Open QLD driver’s licence -Essential
- Current First Aid and CPR certificate, or willingness to obtain.
- Sound computer skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the social, health and cultural issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Commitment to the principles of Workplace Health and Safety.
- Ability to satisfy the relevant probity checks required by legislation or organisational policy, including a Working with Children Check. -Essential
Employee Benefits:
- Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum
- A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs
- 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme
- Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events
- Career development opportunities with one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference
BlueCare is proudly part of the UnitingCare Family, we’d love you to be too
Joining the state’s largest network of aged care workers with its over 8,000 strong, bright team in blue, you’ll also be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family. With more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, you are part of something bigger. Our team are compassionate, inclusive and committed to the work we do, helping people live life in all its fullness.
Child safe, Child friendly
UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation and will:
- Provide welcoming, safe & nurturing services for children
- Implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services
- Appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur
- Abide by the Child Safe Standards and adhere to the Reportable Conduct Scheme
Diversity & Inclusion
Our approach is simple –everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position. For additional support and to meet our RAP Team, email[email protected]
Safe workplace
We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.
Commitment to Safeguarding
We are committed in creating services and workplaces that are welcoming and safe for every person. We work together to protect children, young people, adults and the elderly from harm within our services and the communities we support. We speak up for their safety to ensure their voices are heard. Our recruitment and workplace practices reflect our dedication in preventing abuse, harm and exploitation across UnitingCare.
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Reference: 2457087
Senior Social Worker
Job no: 952820
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care
- Women’s and Children’s Health Network, Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service, North Adelaide, 5006
- Salary – Classification AHP3 - Allied Health Professional L3, $112,139 to $120,284 + 12% Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
- Full Time – 12 Month contract
About WCHN
Join the Women’s and Children’s Health Network (WCHN), South Australia’s leading provider of care for women, babies, children and young people. We’re shaping the future of healthcare through compassion, innovation and excellence — with our communities at the heart of everything we do.
What WCHN Can Offer You
- Access to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (e.g. mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.
- Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.)
- Free public transport to and from the Women’s and Children’s Hospital for SA Health metropolitan hospital staff (excludes network community sites).
- Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
- Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility. Click here for details and contact the enquires person for further information.
About the role
The Senior Social Worker accepts accountability for the outcomes of the team’s practices in CAMHS Connect/CAVUCS, for addressing inconsistencies between practice and policy and developing team performance and a positive work culture in the interest of patient/client outcomes.
Key duties of the role
- Provide, contribute and deliver proficient Mental Health clinical care to clients and their families using evidence-based practice.
- Provide clinical leadership and expert knowledge to multidisciplinary staff for to implement consistency of practice standards and local service outcomes.
- Demonstrate a commitment to consumer participation and team leadership while ensuring services are delivered in a culturally responsive manner.
- Contribute expertise in all aspects of quality management to improve occupational therapy and service delivery.
- Foster a positive and safe work environment, contribute clinical expertise to support learning and development, and participate in research and evaluation programs.
Skills and Experience
- Appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
- Demonstrated experience in the area of child and adolescent mental health and working with children, adolescents and their families, having a wide range of complex emotional, social and behavioural issues.
- Communicate and work with other professionals, facilitate group functions and work as a team member.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the development of personal and professional skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the theory and practice of clinical work within the individual’s professional speciality area.
Enquiries can be directed to
Lynne Whitcher
Want to learn more about career opportunities at WCHN? Click Here to discover how you can Realise Your Potential and join one of our many teams making a positive difference in the community.
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To learn more about this role — including key selection criteria, special conditions and minimum requirements — please refer to the attached role description and the document checklists below:
- AHP3 - Senior Social Worker - Role Description - 952820.pdf
- Immunisation Requirements Checklist
- Applicant Documents Checklist
If you would like further information on applying and winning this role, go to our SA Health Careers Site for the Australian Applicant Guide or if you are an international applicant, check out the International Application Guide.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
Application Closing Date: Thursday 12 November 2026 11:55PM
Advertised: 29 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 12 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
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Posted 3 day(s) ago
Reference: 2457095
Social Worker - Counselling and Early Response Team
Job no: 953527
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care
- Women’s and Children’s Health Network, Yarrow Place Rape and Sexual Assault Service, North Adelaide 5006
- Salary – AHP2, $94,997.00 - $110,052.00 + 12% Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
- Full Time, Ongoing/Permanent
About WCHN
Join the Women’s and Children’s Health Network (WCHN), South Australia’s leading provider of care for women, babies, children and young people. We’re shaping the future of healthcare through compassion, innovation and excellence — with our communities at the heart of everything we do.
What WCHN Can Offer You
- Access to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (e.g. mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.
- Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.)
- Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
- Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility. Click here for details and contact the enquires person for further information.
About the role
The Social Worker is responsible for delivering high-quality, trauma-specialist social work services to people aged 16 years and over who have experienced rape or sexual assault. Working within a feminist, victim-survivor, and rights-based framework, the role provides therapeutic support, advocacy, and guidance to help individuals navigate their recovery and access appropriate services and systems.
Key duties of the role
- Provide trauma-specialist support and therapeutic interventions to victim-survivors of sexual violence, underpinned by feminist and victim-rights practice principles.
- Undertake comprehensive intake, risk assessment, care planning, and triage processes.
- Deliver brief interventions and ongoing therapeutic counselling tailored to individual needs.
- Manage complex client matters, including coordinated care, advocacy, and consultation with internal and external stakeholders.
- Support clients to understand and navigate health, legal, and community service systems, ensuring access to appropriate resources and supports.
- Provide specialist information and advice regarding the impacts of rape and sexual assault and available support pathways.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of training programs, professional education, and community awareness initiatives.
- Prepare high-quality written reports, support letters, and documentation for use within legal and criminal justice processes.
Skills and Experience
- Appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
- Demonstrated experience providing services within crisis, trauma, and/or sexual violence settings.
- Strong therapeutic counselling skills, including experience delivering both brief interventions and longer-term therapeutic support.
- Proven ability to conduct comprehensive intake, psychosocial assessment, risk assessment, and care planning.
- Experience managing complex client presentations using sound clinical judgement and trauma-informed practice.
- Well-developed advocacy, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to prepare clear, professional reports and case documentation.
- Commitment to feminist, trauma-informed, and victim-survivor-centred practice principles
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of victim-survivors while working as part of a specialised, supportive, and multidisciplinary team committed to providing compassionate, evidence-informed care.
Enquiries can be directed to
Eliza De Silva
RMERT Coordinator
1800 817 421
Want to learn more about career opportunities at WCHN? Click Here to discover how you can Realise Your Potential and join one of our many teams making a positive difference in the community.
Stay connected with us! Follow WCHN on LinkedIn to keep up to date with new job opportunities and the latest news from across our network — Click Here to join the conversation
To learn more about this role — including key selection criteria, special conditions and minimum requirements — please refer to the attached role description and the document checklists below:
- AHP2 - Social Worker - Crisis Response - Role Description - 953527.pdf
- Immunisation Requirements Checklist
- Applicant Documents Checklist
If you would like further information on applying and winning this role, go to our SA Health Careers Site for the Australian Applicant Guide or if you are an international applicant, check out the International Application Guide.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
Application Closing Date: Thursday 12 November 2026 at 11:55pm
Advertised: 29 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 12 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
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Posted 4 day(s) ago
Reference: 2455275
St John of God Ballarat Hospital
We are seeking Grade 1 and Grade 2 Social Workers to join our casual pool at St John of God Ballarat Hospital.
As a Social Worker, you'll provide compassionate, person-centred support to patients and their families as part of our multidisciplinary team. You'll undertake psychosocial assessments, deliver appropriate interventions and work closely with medical, nursing and allied health colleagues to support care coordination, discharge planning and access to community services.
This is an opportunity to contribute to positive patient outcomes while working collaboratively within a supportive hospital environment.
The role
- Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop appropriate, evidence-based interventions to support patients and their families.
- Deliver counselling, emotional support, education, community liaison and referrals to relevant services.
- Contribute to safe and effective discharge planning, including identifying patient needs and coordinating appropriate supports.
- Participate in family meetings and collaborate with patients, families, carers and the multidisciplinary team.
- Support patients experiencing complex social circumstances and assist them in navigating health and community services.
- Promote patient-centred care, health literacy and positive patient outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards and organisational policies.
- Participate in multidisciplinary discussions and contribute to the ongoing improvement of social work services.
- Demonstrate reflective practice and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
About you
You will have well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, including conflict resolution, negotiation and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
To succeed in this role, you will hold a recognised degree in Social Work and be eligible for membership with the AASW. You will demonstrate appropriate social work assessment, intervention and case management skills, with experience relevant to your classification level.
Previous experience in a hospital or healthcare setting, including discharge planning and supporting patients with complex psychosocial needs, will be highly regarded.
Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do, with a commitment to supporting our Mission and Values.
We can offer you
- Casual rate: $43.48 – $69.87per hour (inclusive of casual loading), plus 12% superannuation
- Casual opportunities offering flexibility and work-life balance
- As a casual employee, you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period
- A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and wellbeing programs
- Employee discounts on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
- Innovative Professional Development opportunities
- Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts
For all enquiries contact Fleur Baker, Allied Health Manager on (03) 5320 2464.
Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period, and interviews may be conducted as suitable applicants are identified. If suitable applicants are found, the advertisement may close before the listed closing date.
Apply today to join the St John of God Ballarat Hospital team.
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.
All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.
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Posted 5 day(s) ago
Reference: 2450404
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Mental Health Graduate Social Workers
AU Mercy Health Aged Care View all jobs
Posted 6 day(s) ago
Reference: 2449175
Employment Type: Part time, contract
Hours: 64 hours per fortnight
Salary: As per EBA starting as Grade 2, Year 1-3 pending qualifications
Location: Various (Wyndham and Hobson's Bay)
Upload with Application: Resume, cover letter, and all relevant qualifications
Contact: Suzan Hermez: Allied Health Education Coordinator shermez@mercy.com.au
Where there’s life, there’s Mercy.
Where there’s care, there’s You.
Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we're there. Where will you be?
For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that’s gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.
As a for-purpose organisation with over 10,000 dedicated, compassionate people, we continue to offer more services and deeper care than ever before. With Mercy, you’ll have the chance to make an impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.
At Mercy Health, it’s all about taking what we have and making it better.
To do that, we need you.
Join us as at Mercy Health, and help our teams deliver even greater outcomes.
About the opportunity
- Part time, fixed term (0.8 EFT - 64 hours per fortnight) commencing 8 Feb 2027- 04th February 2029
- Rotational program across Wyndham and Hobson's Bay areas with opportunities to enhance skills in bed-based, residential / rehabilitation and community settings (potential for shift work in the second year)
- Incorporates a thorough orientation, paid study days, structured training both internal and external, and discipline specific clinical supervision and reflective practice sessions
- Supported to develop skills in providing high quality client-focused Social Work interventions to clients, their family and carers. This will be incorporated in a holistic, recovery oriented, strengths based and culturally sensitive approach in line with the organisational values
- Be part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team, and provide highly responsive and flexible service to consumers and carers in a high-growth metropolitan mental health program
- Supported case load
What you’ll bring
You’re resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.
To thrive in this role, you will have:
- Passionate about mental health
- Excellent clinical, time management, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve.
- A compassionate, flexible and positive approach to effective patient care and management.
- The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
You will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining:
- A current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.
- Proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders.
- Have full Australian working rights (must be able to work a minimum of 64 hours per fortnight)
- Full driver’s licence (particularly for second year community rotation)
- Approved degree in Social Work and current/eligible registration with the AASW
- Current Victorian Driver’s License
Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare?
Join us and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives - and your career.
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Please contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process.
We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture.
We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present.
The team at Mercy Health is as wonderfully diverse as the patients, residents, clients and communities we support. We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.
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Posted 9 day(s) ago
Reference: 2443401
Social Worker AHP1/2 - Northern Adelaide Rehabilitation Service
Job no: 953305
Work type: Full time, Part time
Location: Adelaide Metro Northern
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health
- Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Northern Adelaide Rehabilitation Service – Inpatient Rehab Wards, Modbury Hospital
- AHP1 Salary: $73,710 - $89,981 p.a. (pro rata) plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits
- AHP2 Salary: $94,997 - $110,052 p.a. (pro rata) plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits
- AHP1-Temporary Full-Time up to 31 March 2027
- AHP2-Temporary Part-Time – 22.5 hours per week, up to 23 July 2027
About the role
Modbury Hospital is a key provider of care for people across northern Adelaide, and the Northern Adelaide Rehabilitation Service (NARS) provides Social Workers with the opportunity to develop their skills within a supportive, diverse and rewarding health environment.
We are seeking an AHP1 and an AHP2 Social Worker to join the NARS Inpatient Rehabilitation team at Modbury Hospital.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop your clinical skills and experience within an inpatient rehabilitation setting, working alongside experienced clinicians as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team. You will work with patients and their families as they navigate recovery, adjustment and transition back to their homes and communities.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Social Worker at the AHP1/2 level, you will:
- Complete psychosocial assessments and provide evidence-informed interventions to support patients throughout their rehabilitation journey.
- Support patients and families through periods of change, adjustment and complex decision-making.
- Work collaboratively with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team to identify goals, address barriers and support safe and effective discharge planning.
- Connect patients and families with appropriate community supports, including NDIS pathways, aged care and other health and social services.
- Maintain high-quality clinical documentation in accordance with SA Health standards.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement and positive outcomes for patients and the wider service.
What You'll Bring
- Experience working in a hospital, rehabilitation or other health-related setting.
- An understanding of psychosocial assessment, discharge planning and care coordination, with the capacity to further develop these skills within the role.
- Sound knowledge of South Australian community services, including NDIS and aged care systems.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with patients, families and colleagues.
- The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and contribute positively to shared patient outcomes.
- Strong problem-solving and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy clinical environment.
- A commitment to culturally safe, inclusive and person-centred practice.
To be eligible for this position, you must have an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification that provides eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
About You:
You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships, problem solve, resolve conflict and negotiate with patients, families and colleagues. You will be comfortable engaging in difficult or complex conversations and supporting patients and families through challenging periods of change and decision-making.
The ability to effectively manage multiple, diverse and competing priorities, along with demonstrated resilience and adaptability within a busy and complex clinical environment, is essential to this role.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a passionate, dedicated and progressive team where you can contribute to meaningful outcomes for patients while continuing to develop your social work skills and clinical practice.
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 aged care sector 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: 953305
Enquiries:
Uline Gautam
Senior Manager
Phone:
E-mail: [email protected]
Application Closing Date:
6 November 2026 – 11.55PM
Role Description and Further Information:
953305 - Social Worker - AHP1 - Aged Care Rehabilitation & Palliative Care - Role Description.pdf
953305 - Social Worker - AHP2 - Aged Care Rehabilitation & Palliative Care - Role Description.pdf
* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information
Advertised: 23 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 06 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
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Posted 9 day(s) ago
Reference: 2443434
Social Worker - ACRPC Casual Pool
Job no: 953991
Work type: Casual
Location: Adelaide Metro Northern
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health
- Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Modbury Hospital – MODBURY SA 5092
- Salary: $37.67 - $45.99 per hour plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – AHP1
- Salary: $48.56 - $56.25 per hour plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – AHP2
- Casual up to 28 January 2028 (Multiple Positions)
About the Role:
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking Social Workers to join the Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care Division casual pool. This rewarding opportunity offers the chance to make a lasting impact to the lives of those we serve while advancing your professional growth.
As a Social Worker in this vital role, you'll have the chance to positively influence the lives of individuals and their families during some of their most vulnerable moments. Your expertise and compassion will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive social work services, including assessment, counselling, advocacy, and support.
Working within the dynamic and supportive environment, you'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to deliver holistic care tailored to each patient's unique needs. Your ability to empathise, problem-solve, and communicate effectively will be invaluable in ensuring the highest quality of care.
What You'll Be Doing
- Providing high-quality, person-centred social work assessment and intervention across Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative care settings across NALHN.
- Supporting patients and families navigating complex psychosocial needs, discharge planning, and care transitions
- Collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans that reflect each patient's goals and circumstances
- Contributing to a safe, inclusive ward environment through skilled advocacy and culturally responsive practice
What You'll Bring
- Demonstrated experience in an acute or health-related social work setting
- Strong skills in psychosocial assessment, risk identification, and discharge coordination
- The ability to work independently and prioritise competing demands in a busy hospital environment
- Understanding of the SA Health patient rights framework and relevant legislative requirements
- Understanding of relevant Aged Care Service and ability to support patients to access these
- Current or willingness to obtain a satisfactory criminal history check and immunisation compliance as required by NALHN
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 aged care sector 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: 953991
Enquiries:
Josephine Healy
Clinical Manager
Phone:
E-mail: [email protected]
Application Closing Date:
28 January 2028 – 11.55PM
Role Description and Further Information:
953991 - Social Worker - AHP1 - Aged Care Rehabiltation & Palliative Care - Role Description.pdf
953991 - Social Worker - AHP2 - Aged Care Rehabiltation & Palliative Care - Role Description.pdf
* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.
Advertised: 23 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 28 Jan 2028 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
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Senior Social Worker Palliative Care
Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Flinders Medical Centre– Palliative Care View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2441724
Senior Social Worker Palliative Care
Job no: 953745
Work type: Full time
Location: Various
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care, Public Health
- Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Flinders Medical Centre– Palliative Care
- Salary $112,139 - $120,284 p.a. (Pro Rata) AHP3| Ongoing, Full-Time Position
Shape Palliative Care Practice at Flinders Medical Centre | Senior Social Worker
This is a full-time ongoing Senior Social Worker position embedded within the Palliative Care service at Flinders Medical Centre, part of the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network. You will provide specialist psychosocial support to patients and families facing life-limiting illness, while also mentoring staff and contributing to a highly regarded multidisciplinary team. It is a role that calls for leadership, genuine clinical expertise, emotional maturity, and a commitment to person-centred care at its most meaningful.
About the role:
Reporting to the Manager, this role is responsible for the development, implementation, coordination and evaluation of quality Social Work services for patients of the Palliative Care Service.
Duties for the role will include:
- Independently assess clients’ abilities, problems and needs using a variety of formal and informal assessments as needed,
- Designing and implementing evidence-based intervention programs tailored to diverse client populations,
- Drive interdisciplinary clinical and strategic planning initiatives to enhance the overall service provided to clients,
- Documenting assessment findings and interventions in accordance with service standards,
- Providing specialised client and family education about level of functioning and ongoing management,
- Developing, implementing and overseeing systems for monitoring, reviewing and improving the standards of services to clients in the Palliative Care programme and in other programmes as requested,
- Initiating, developing and contributing to educational activities within the team
About you:
- A degree or equivalent in Social Work, entitling membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers,
- Demonstrated high level competency and extensive knowledge in Social Work assessment and therapeutic interventions to clients with complex needs with a broad range of Senior Social Worker clinical skills,
- Ability to critically analyse or evaluate issues related to clinical care in social work in a manner which can be applied to quality activities, service evaluation or research,
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective networks and partnerships with a broad range of culturally diverse clients and stakeholders, including patients and their families, community services / agencies and other service providers, within an interdisciplinary setting,
- Experience working in a community setting,
- Experience working in a palliative care setting,
- Experience in program evaluation, service development, combined with a broad base of experience in Senior Social Work practice
Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.
Want To Know More? Contact: Jo Baumann, EA Director Transition Services & Allied Health, (08) 8404 2671, [email protected]
Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Sunday 8 November 2026
Attachments:
- AHP3 Social Work Pall Care- Role Description
- Australian applicant guidelines
- International applicant guidelines
Applicant Information:
- We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
- 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 and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
- 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: 953745
Advertised: 22 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 08 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
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Senior Social Worker - Community Geriatric Service
Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Daw Park – Rehabilitation, Aged Care and Palliative Care View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2441720
Senior Social Worker - Community Geriatric Service
Job no: 952142
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Southern, Adelaide CBD
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Public Health
- Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Daw Park – Rehabilitation, Aged Care and Palliative Care
- Salary $112,139 - $120,284 p.a. (Pro Rata) AHP3
- Full time -ongoing position
Senior Social Worker – Community Geriatric Service
Join a Growing Service Making a Real Difference
Are you an experienced Social Worker seeking an opportunity to work at the forefront of community-based geriatric care? As our service continues to expand, we are looking for a passionate and skilled clinician to join our highly supportive multidisciplinary team.
This is a rewarding and professionally stimulating role for an experienced case manager who thrives in complex care environments and is committed to helping older people remain safely and independently in their own homes.
About the role:
As a Senior Social Worker within the Community Geriatrics team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering person-centred care to older adults with complex medical, functional and psychosocial needs. Working within a case management model, you will provide advanced clinical assessment, care coordination and therapeutic intervention in a community setting.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting comprehensive assessments using a range of formal and informal assessment tools.
- Developing, coordinating and reviewing tailored care plans that address complex client needs.
- Facilitating access to appropriate community, health and support services.
- Building effective partnerships with clients, families, carers and multidisciplinary service providers.
- Providing expert clinical advice and advocacy to optimise client outcomes.
- Leading outcome measurement and evaluation activities to inform evidence-based practice and continuous service improvement.
- Supporting the development of students and less experienced clinicians through education, mentoring and clinical supervision.
Why Join Us:
- Be part of an expanding and innovative community-based geriatric service
- Work with a highly experienced, collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team
- Enjoy a diverse and engaging caseload that challenges and develops your clinical expertise
- Make a meaningful impact on the health, wellbeing and independence of older people
- Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives
- Access ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities
About you:
- A degree or equivalent in Social Work, entitling membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
- Demonstrated high level competency and extensive knowledge in Social Work assessment and therapeutic interventions to clients with complex needs with a broad range of Senior Social Worker clinical skills
- Experience as a social worker in a health setting
- Experience providing social work services to older people in a community programme
- Experience in the training of students and less experienced staff
- A commitment to person-centred care, clinical excellence and continuous improvement
- Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.
Want To Know More? Contact: Emma Phillips, , Ph:,
Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Thursday 5th of November 2026
Attachments:
- Senior Social Worker AHP3- Community Geriatric Service Role description
- Australian applicant guidelines
- International applicant guidelines
Applicant Information:
- We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
- 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 and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
- 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: 952142
Advertised: 22 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 05 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
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Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2442444
Your role at St John of God Midland Private Hospital
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team to play a key role in shaping high quality Social Work services from the ground up. This is a permanent part time role offered at 0.8 FTE.
The Senior Social Worker works alongside the multi-disciplinary team to provide social work services to clients/patients. Practices as a Social Worker and ensures practice is in accordance with the Australian Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics and Practice Guidelines and SJGHC policies and guidelines.
The Senior Social Worker is expected to work independently and demonstrate a specialist level of knowledge and depth of experience whilst initiating and participating in teaching, training, research and quality activities, to supervise students and supervise and mentor junior caregivers.
The Position
- Provide evidence based senior Social Work services to patients/carers within the clinical specialty area/s.
- Provide Social Work assessment, intervention and evaluation at an advanced practice level for complex and general caseload/s. Provide Social work services to DVA, TAC and Workcover patients.
- Ensures prioritisation and delegation of duties for own caseload and supervised staff.
- Contributes to the evaluation of the Social Work Service and Clinical Specialty, to ensure continuous improvement.
- Ensures effective multidisciplinary teamwork through professional communication and comprehensive liaison with colleagues, patient/carers and service providers.
- Ensures maintenance of appropriate clinical documentation and clinical information systems.
- Demonstrates reflective practice and commitment to professional development.
- Supports Social Work service through communicating issues and ideas for enhancing the service (through to the Allied Health Manager).
- Supervision of junior social work caregivers and Welfare Officers.
- Supports the profession through Social Work student learning.
- Actively intervene with appropriate counselling, support, education, community liaison and referrals.
- Liaise with compensable bodies, financial institutions and external care agencies where appropriate.
- Liaise with patients and their carers to identify social support requirements.
- Contribute to effective and efficient patient discharge planning via timely collaboration and communication with the multi-disciplinary team, the patient and their carers.
- Maintain a working knowledge of supported accommodation and nursing home facilities and patient eligibility.
- Maintain current knowledge of legislation and policies relating to discharging patients.
- Maintain current knowledge of legislation and policies relating to DVA and Compensable patients (TAC & Workcover).
- Conduct quality audits that collect quantitative and qualitative data, which can be used toward improvement in patient care.
You will hold a tertiary qualification in Social Work and be eligible for membership with the Australian Association of Social Work. You will have demonstrated senior clinical experience and leadership in a specialised area of clinical practice within a healthcare setting.
To succeed you will have the ability to undertake professional supervision and/or mentor junior staff and develop evidence based and innovative clinical practices.
Above all, people will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
About the new Midland Private Hospital
- A brand-new purpose-built state-of-the-art facility, located just 300 metres from the St John of God Midland Public Hospital campus.
- A comprehensive range of medical and surgical services, with interventional cardiology being offered for the first time in the region.
The hospital features:
- 96 overnight inpatient beds, including a six-bed critical care/high dependency unit
- 33 bed/chair short stay and day procedure unit
- Eight operating theatres
- An Angiography Suite
We can offer you
- Salary: $130,917 to $139,591 (pro rata for part time) plus 12% superannuation
- Permanent part time position (0.8 FTE)
- 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 and well-being programs
- Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
- Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Access to fitness and wellbeing benefits through Fitness Passport
All applicants are asked to submit a covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the above position requirements.
For enquiries please contact Luke Heard-Stone, Allied Health Manager on 0401 768 497
If suitable applicants are identified the advertisement may close prior to listed date and screening/interviews may commence throughout the advertising process.
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.
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Senior Social Worker Casual
AU St John of God Health Care View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2442441
Your role at St John of God Midland Private Hospital
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team to play a key role in shaping high quality Social Work services from the ground up.
The Senior Social Worker works alongside the multi-disciplinary team to provide social work services to clients/patients. Practices as a Social Worker and ensures practice is in accordance with the Australian Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics and Practice Guidelines and SJGHC policies and guidelines.
The Senior Social Worker is expected to work independently and demonstrate a specialist level of knowledge and depth of experience whilst initiating and participating in teaching, training, research and quality activities, to supervise students and supervise and mentor junior caregivers.
The Position
- Provide evidence based senior Social Work services to patients/carers within the clinical specialty area/s.
- Provide Social Work assessment, intervention and evaluation at an advanced practice level for complex and general caseload/s. Provide Social work services to DVA, TAC and Workcover patients.
- Ensures prioritisation and delegation of duties for own caseload and supervised staff.
- Contributes to the evaluation of the Social Work Service and Clinical Specialty, to ensure continuous improvement.
- Ensures effective multidisciplinary teamwork through professional communication and comprehensive liaison with colleagues, patient/carers and service providers.
- Ensures maintenance of appropriate clinical documentation and clinical information systems.
- Demonstrates reflective practice and commitment to professional development.
- Supports Social Work service through communicating issues and ideas for enhancing the service (through to the Allied Health Manager).
- Supervision of junior social work caregivers and Welfare Officers.
- Supports the profession through Social Work student learning.
- Actively intervene with appropriate counselling, support, education, community liaison and referrals.
- Liaise with compensable bodies, financial institutions and external care agencies where appropriate.
- Liaise with patients and their carers to identify social support requirements.
- Contribute to effective and efficient patient discharge planning via timely collaboration and communication with the multi-disciplinary team, the patient and their carers.
- Maintain a working knowledge of supported accommodation and nursing home facilities and patient eligibility.
- Maintain current knowledge of legislation and policies relating to discharging patients.
- Maintain current knowledge of legislation and policies relating to DVA and Compensable patients (TAC & Workcover).
- Conduct quality audits that collect quantitative and qualitative data, which can be used toward improvement in patient care.
You will hold a tertiary qualification in Social Work and be eligible for membership with the Australian Association of Social Work. You will have demonstrated senior clinical experience and leadership in a specialised area of clinical practice within a healthcare setting.
To succeed you will have the ability to undertake professional supervision and/or mentor junior staff and develop evidence based and innovative clinical practices.
Above all, people will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
About the new Midland Private Hospital
- A brand-new purpose-built state-of-the-art facility, located just 300 metres from the St John of God Midland Public Hospital campus.
- A comprehensive range of medical and surgical services, with interventional cardiology being offered for the first time in the region.
The hospital features:
- 96 overnight inpatient beds, including a six-bed critical care/high dependency unit
- 33 bed/chair short stay and day procedure unit
- Eight operating theatres
- An Angiography Suite
We can offer you
- Salary: $82.55 to $88.02 per hour (includes 25% casual loading) plus 12% superannuation
- Casual position commencing early December 2026
- As a casual employee, you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period
- A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well-being programs
- Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
- Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Access to fitness and wellbeing benefits through Fitness Passport
All applicants are asked to submit a covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the above position requirements.
For enquiries please contact Luke Heard-Stone, Allied Health Manager on 0401 768 497
If suitable applicants are identified the advertisement may close prior to listed date and screening/interviews may commence throughout the advertising process.
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.
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Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2442463
Employment Type: Part time, contract - fixed term, 12-month contract
Hours: 64 hours per fortnight
Salary: As per EBA starting as Grade 2, Year 1-3 pending qualifications
Location: Various (Wyndham and Hobson's Bay)
Upload with Application: Resume, cover letter, references and all relevant qualifications
Contact: Suzan Hermez: Allied Health Education Coordinator shermez@mercy.com.au
Where there’s life, there’s Mercy.
Where there’s care, there’s You.
Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we're there. Where will you be?
For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that’s gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.
As a for-purpose organisation with over 10,000 dedicated, compassionate people, we continue to offer more services and deeper care than ever before. With Mercy, you’ll have the chance to make an impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.
At Mercy Health, it’s all about taking what we have and making it better.
To do that, we need you.
Join us at Mercy Health, and help our teams deliver even greater outcomes.
About the opportunity
Our 2-year Allied Health Mental Health Graduate Program is part of a broader inter-professional learning program, which allows graduates time to consolidate their skills in a supportive environment. We believe in providing support and quality feedback to help graduates develop their skills, confidence and work towards individual learning goals.
- Part time, fixed term (0.8 EFT - 64 hours per fortnight) commencing 8 Feb 2027- 04th February 2028- Fixed term contract.
- This position is suited to a clinician with previous Mental Health experience looking to improve and develop their skills within the field.
- Rotational program across Wyndham and Hobson's Bay areas with opportunities to enhance skills in bed-based, residential / rehabilitation and community settings (potential for shift work in the second year)
- Incorporates a thorough orientation, paid study days, structured training both internal and external, and discipline specific clinical supervision and reflective practice sessions
- Supported to develop skills in providing high-quality client-focused Social Work interventions to clients, their family and carers. This will be incorporated in a holistic, recovery oriented, strengths based and culturally sensitive approach in line with the organisational values
- Be part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team, and provide highly responsive and flexible service to consumers and carers in a high-growth metropolitan mental health program
- Supported case load
What you’ll bring
You’re resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.
To thrive in this role, you will have:
- Passionate about mental health
- Excellent clinical, time management, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve.
- A compassionate, flexible and positive approach to effective patient care and management.
- The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
You will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining:
- A current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.
- Proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders.
- Have full Australian working rights (must be able to work a minimum of 64 hours per fortnight)
- Full driver’s licence (particularly for second year community rotation)
- Approved degree in Social Work and current/eligible registration with the AASW
- Current Victorian Driver’s License
Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare?
Join us and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives - and your career.
Are you ready to apply for this role? Click Apply now
Please contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process.
We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture.
We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present.
The team at Mercy Health is as wonderfully diverse as the patients, residents, clients and communities we support. We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.
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Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2442462
Employment Type: Part time, contract - fixed term, 12-month contract
Hours: 64 hours per fortnight
Salary: As per EBA starting as Grade 2, Year 1-3 pending qualifications
Location: Various (Wyndham and Hobson's Bay)
Upload with Application: Resume, cover letter, references and all relevant qualifications
Contact: Suzan Hermez: Allied Health Education Coordinator shermez@mercy.com.au
Where there’s life, there’s Mercy.
Where there’s care, there’s You.
Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we're there. Where will you be?
For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that’s gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.
As a for-purpose organisation with over 10,000 dedicated, compassionate people, we continue to offer more services and deeper care than ever before. With Mercy, you’ll have the chance to make an impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.
At Mercy Health, it’s all about taking what we have and making it better.
To do that, we need you.
Join us at Mercy Health, and help our teams deliver even greater outcomes.
About the opportunity
Our 2-year Allied Health Mental Health Graduate Program is part of a broader inter-professional learning program, which allows graduates time to consolidate their skills in a supportive environment. We believe in providing support and quality feedback to help graduates develop their skills, confidence and work towards individual learning goals.
- Part time, fixed term (0.8 EFT - 64 hours per fortnight) commencing 8 Feb 2027- 04th February 2028- Fixed term contract.
- This position is suited to a clinician with previous Mental Health experience looking to improve and develop their skills within the field.
- Rotational program across Wyndham and Hobson's Bay areas with opportunities to enhance skills in bed-based, residential / rehabilitation and community settings (potential for shift work in the second year)
- Incorporates a thorough orientation, paid study days, structured training both internal and external, and discipline specific clinical supervision and reflective practice sessions
- Supported to develop skills in providing high-quality client-focused Social Work interventions to clients, their family and carers. This will be incorporated in a holistic, recovery oriented, strengths based and culturally sensitive approach in line with the organisational values
- Be part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team, and provide highly responsive and flexible service to consumers and carers in a high-growth metropolitan mental health program
- Supported case load
What you’ll bring
You’re resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.
To thrive in this role, you will have:
- Passionate about mental health
- Excellent clinical, time management, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve.
- A compassionate, flexible and positive approach to effective patient care and management.
- The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
You will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining:
- A current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.
- Proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders.
- Have full Australian working rights (must be able to work a minimum of 64 hours per fortnight)
- Full driver’s licence (particularly for second year community rotation)
- Approved degree in Social Work and current/eligible registration with the AASW
- Current Victorian Driver’s License
Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare?
Join us and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives - and your career.
Are you ready to apply for this role? Click Apply now
Please contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process.
We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture.
We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present.
The team at Mercy Health is as wonderfully diverse as the patients, residents, clients and communities we support. We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.
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Grade 3 Clinical Social Worker - Residential Aged Care
AU St Vincents Health View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 2434920
Job Description:
Grade 3 Clinical Social Worker - Residential Aged Care
- Permanent Part Time (0.5 EFT, 20 hours per week)
- Located in Kew/Hawthorn East
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Excellent benefits including salary packaging
About the Company
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is part of St Vincent’s Health Australia and a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service which employs more than 6,500 staff across 18 sites throughout Melbourne. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services including acute medical and surgical services, sub-acute care, medical diagnostics, rehabilitation, allied health, mental health, palliative care, correctional health and community residential care. SVHM is one of Australia's leading Catholic not-for-profit healthcare providers, driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
About the Role
The role would be suited to a dynamic and compassionate social worker who has had experience in supporting people who reside in the Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs). The RACFs covered by this position are: Berengarra, Prague House and Auburn House, with a requirement to work cross campus to provide a service to all of the SVHM RACFs.
The successful candidate will be provided with a comprehensive and flexible professional development program, as well as structured supervision and support for clinical decision making.
Classifications for this position will range from Social Worker Grade 3 SC31 – SC34 $104,135 - $118,981 per annum).
Your Contribution
- Bachelor of Social Work Degree/Qualifying Masters Degree
- A minimum of seven or more years experience in hospital social work or related area
- Achieved or working towards a post-graduate Masters in relevant professional area desirable
- Eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Work (AASW)
- Leadership qualities and highly developed interpersonal skills.
What we Offer
- A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
- Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
- Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay
- Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
- Culture of continuous improvement
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
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.
For a copy of the full position description please email Guy Bussenschutt at: guy.bussenschutt@svha.org.au
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
Contact
Penny Lording penny.lording@svha.org.au
Position Description
About the Department
Social Work sits within the Allied Health and Pharmacy directorate and provides services across acute medicine, acute surgery, sub-acute care, cancer and chronic illness, correctional health and residential aged care. The department is committed to high-quality clinical practice, professional development, education and continuous improvement.
About the Role
As the Grade 3 Clinical Social Worker – Residential Aged Care, you will provide advanced social work services to residents and their families across SVHM’s Residential Aged Care Facilities, including Berengarra, Prague House and Auburn House.
You will work with older people experiencing complex psychosocial issues, including imminent risk, elder abuse, legal and financial matters, emotional distress and care planning. As a senior clinician, you will provide clinical leadership, expert consultation and support multidisciplinary decision-making while contributing to the ongoing development and quality of social work services. This is a cross-campus role requiring you to work across SVHM’s Residential Aged Care Facilities.
Your Responsibilities
- Provide advanced psychosocial assessment, intervention and care planning for residents and their families.
- Assess and support the management of complex risk, including family violence and elder abuse.
- Provide expert advice regarding decision-making capacity and coordinate VCAT applications and hearings where required.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, families, substitute decision-makers and external services.
- Support residents and families experiencing emotional distress and facilitate appropriate ongoing referrals.
- Liaise with the NDIA/NDIS and other relevant services to support residents’ needs.
- Provide expert secondary consultation and clinical leadership in complex and high-risk matters.
- Supervise staff and students as required and contribute to teaching and professional development.
- Participate in research, evaluation, quality improvement and service development activities.
- Develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and support the Chief Social Worker as required.
Clinical Quality, Safety & Person-Centred Care
You will maintain a strong commitment to clinical quality and safety, working within your scope of practice and maintaining the knowledge and competencies required for the role. You will contribute to clinical risk management and continuous quality improvement and ensure residents are supported to make informed decisions about their care, understand their rights and receive information in an accessible format.
Health & Safety
You will contribute to a safe working environment by complying with SVHM health and safety requirements, completing mandatory training, following PPE and fit-testing requirements where applicable, and identifying and reporting risks, hazards and incidents.
Your Contribution
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Bachelor of Social Work or qualifying Master of Social Work.
- Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant professional area, or progress towards these, are desirable.
- A minimum of seven years’ experience in hospital social work or a related area.
- Demonstrated experience working with older people, including people who may be experiencing homelessness.
- Strong knowledge of aged care systems, elder rights, homelessness and NDIS.
- Knowledge of relevant legal frameworks, including VCAT, the Residential Tenancies Act, Coroners Court and Aged Care Act 2024.
- Advanced clinical assessment, problem-solving, negotiation and conflict-management skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and experience supervising staff and students.
- Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to service improvement, innovation and high-quality social work practice.
Our Expectations
You will demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, adaptability and accountability while working in accordance with SVHM policies, procedures, Code of Conduct and relevant enterprise agreement. You will contribute to productive teamwork, collaborate across disciplines and take responsibility for delivering high-quality, timely work.
Pre-Employment Requirements
This position is classified as Category A and is subject to SVHM health screening and immunisation requirements. The successful applicant will also be required to provide a current National Police Certificate prior to commencement and disclose any relevant pre-existing injury or condition in accordance with SVHM requirements.
Closing Date:
19 November 2026 11:59pmReconciliation 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
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Posted 16 day(s) ago
Reference: 2435154
Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract (Full-Time)
Salary: Grade 2 SW, ranging from $45.67 to $52.49 per hours, depending on experience
Location: Werribee Mercy Hospital
Upload with Application: Resume, cover letter, and all relevant qualifications
Contact:
Melissa Van Groen
Senior Social Worker
E. MVanGroen@mercy.com.au
P. 8754 3089
At Mercy Health, it’s all about taking what we have and making it better.
To do that, we need you.
Join us at Mercy Health, and help our teams deliver even greater outcomes.
About the opportunity
- This position encompasses a clinical caseload within the maternity stream and paediatrics ward.
- This position will form part of an integral multidisciplinary team and will be required to provide highly responsive and flexible services to consumers while upholding a high level of professionalism and practising the core values of Mercy Health.
- This role will encourage best practise philosophy amongst staff and will be expected to demonstrate an advanced skill set.
What you’ll bring
- Tertiary qualification in Social Work with a minimum 2 years' experience and eligibility to membership to the AASW.
- Sound knowledge of current evidence-based practises and commitment to continuing professional development and research.
- Prior hospital experience and/or in women and chidlren's community services, is highly desirable.
- Adaptive, creative with a passion for patient - centred care.
You will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining:
- A current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.
- Proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders.
Ready to help us shape the future of healthcare?
Join us and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives - and your career.
Are you ready to apply for this role? Click Apply now
Please contact us if you would like to find out more or communicate any requirements to ensure we provide you with a fair and equitable interview and selection process.
We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples, traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, on traditional lands of the Kulin Nation and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture.
We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across Australia and pay our respects to Elders past and present.
The team at Mercy Health is as wonderfully diverse as the patients, residents, clients and communities we support. We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). Mercy Health strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, sexualities, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.
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Social Worker, Grade 2 - SECASA, Brief Intervention, Intake & After Hours Team
Monash Health View all jobs
Posted 18 day(s) ago
Reference: 2444459
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience. Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos monashhealth.org/careers.
Join SECASA’s Intake & Brief Treatment Team and use your clinical skills to provide timely, trauma-informed support to people impacted by sexual assault, family violence and complex trauma.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity is available for a Grade 2 Social Worker to join SECASA’s Intake & Brief Treatment Team in a part-time (0.6 EFT), ongoing position.
As part of SECASA’s central access point, you’ll often be one of the first points of contact, supporting people as they connect with the service. Working within a specialist multidisciplinary team, you’ll provide responsive, trauma-informed care to people who have experienced sexual assault and/or family violence, as well as children and young people who have engaged in harmful sexual behaviours.
Your role will include:
- Completing evidence-based intake, triage and initial assessments
- Providing crisis counselling and brief, evidence-based interventions
- Coordinating sexual assault crisis responses as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Providing information, referral and secondary consultation to professionals and services
- Contributing to community education and professional development activities
- Supporting service improvement, innovation and broader sector reform
This position will be based at the Dandenong Multidisciplinary Centre and participate in the after-hours/on-call Sexual Assault Crisis Response roster in line with service requirements.
About SECASA
The South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault and Family Violence (SECASA) provides specialist support to people impacted by sexual assault and family violence across Melbourne’s south-east. The Intake & Brief Treatment Team is the central access point for SECASA’s clinical and therapeutic services. We triage and prioritise incoming referrals, undertake initial assessments, provide information and secondary consultation, and connect people with the support that best meets their needs.
The team also delivers sexual assault crisis responses during business hours, completes assessments relating to Child Protection and DFFH referrals, and provides brief, evidence-based interventions for people requiring timely specialist support.
It is varied, meaningful work where strong clinical judgement, compassion and collaboration come together.
About You
You are a compassionate and reflective clinician who is interested in developing your practice within the specialist sexual assault and family violence sector. You bring sound foundational assessment and counselling skills and understand the importance of creating a safe, respectful and person-centred experience for people who may be seeking support at an incredibly difficult time.
You’ll thrive in this role if you:
- Bring empathy, curiosity and a trauma-informed approach to your clinical practice
- Can build rapport and communicate sensitively with clients, families and professionals
- Are comfortable working in a responsive environment where priorities can change quickly
- Work confidently both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Value reflective practice, supervision and ongoing professional development
- Are organised, adaptable and able to approach complex situations with professionalism and care
You don’t need to know everything on day one. What matters is your willingness to learn, reflect and develop your specialist practice within a supportive and experienced team. Qualification & licence requirements are as per the Supportive Documentaiton below.
Why join us?
Joining SECASA means becoming part of a highly specialised service where your work has purpose, your development is supported and you are surrounded by colleagues committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care.
At Monash Health, you’ll also have access to:
- Professional development and supervision – continue building your specialist clinical skills through learning, education and reflective practice
- A supportive multidisciplinary team – work alongside experienced clinicians who value collaboration, knowledge-sharing and each other
- Meaningful work – support people at critical points in their lives and contribute to safer, more responsive services
- Salary packaging – access options that can help increase your take-home pay
- Employee wellbeing support – including EAP and a range of staff wellbeing initiatives
- Career opportunities – build your experience within SECASA and across Victoria’s largest public health service
- An inclusive workplace – join an organisation committed to respect, diversity and belonging
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Kathryn Churchill, Team Leader, on 03 8769 2200 (Option 1) or Camila Luff, Team Leader, on [email protected].
Position Description Documentation can be found here.
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’. Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 5 November 2026
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Posted 20 day(s) ago
Reference: 2419710
Job Description:
Role title: Social Worker (Level 1-2)
Role type: Max term contract, full time (until June 2027)
Shift details: Monday to Friday
Department and location: Alcohol and Drug Service, Community Outpatient, St Vincent’s Hospital, Darlinghurst
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
- Deliver specialist psychosocial assessments, counselling, brief interventions and health education for people who use stimulants, using evidence-informed, trauma-informed and harm minimisation approaches
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, intake and triage, and develop individualised care plans that respond to consumer needs
- Provide social work interventions including therapeutic support, care coordination, advocacy, referral management and support addressing social determinants of health
- Develop and facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational group programs, while contributing to community education and service improvement initiatives
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide coordinated care, support complex clinical decision-making and contribute to best-practice service delivery
- Participate in the Alcohol and Drug Service Violence and Neglect Response roster alongside other social workers in the service, Monday to Friday during business hours, with no on-call requirement
About you
- Degree in Social Work and eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of multidisciplinary teams in a high demand environment with competing priorities with sound liaison, negotiation and time management
- Demonstrated knowledge of legislative requirements for domestic violence, child protection, guardianship and victims of crime
- Demonstrated clinical skills, knowledge and/or experience in bio-psychosocial assessment, counselling, therapy interventions, case management, advocacy and discharge planning
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal direct supervision
- Experience working in alcohol and other drug and/or mental health services is desirable
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 26th October 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
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Posted 23 day(s) ago
Reference: 2415767
Job Description:
- Permanent / Part Time – 56 hours per fortnigh
- Work across the Emergency Department and community supporting people with complex health and social needs
- Join a supportive and experienced interdisciplinary team
- Excellent benefits including salary packaging, Fitness Passport and professional development opportunities
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Social Worker to join our ALERT team as an Emergency Department (ED) Care Coordinator. Based within the Emergency Department at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne, this role focuses on the early identification, assessment and coordination of care for patients with complex health and social needs. You will provide timely and comprehensive assessment and care coordination to help patients access the most appropriate hospital and community-based services, supporting safe discharge and reducing barriers to ongoing care.
The role also extends beyond the Emergency Department, providing community-based case management and outreach support following discharge. You will work collaboratively with clients to identify their goals, coordinate their health and social care needs, facilitate involvement from other healthcare professionals and establish appropriate links with hospital and community services.
Key responsibilities include:
- Identify and engage eligible ALERT patients presenting to the Emergency Department
- Undertake comprehensive psychosocial and functional assessments to identify individual needs, risks and goals
- Develop, implement and evaluate person-centred care plans that support independence and wellbeing
- Provide discipline-specific clinical management, discharge planning and community liaison
- Deliver outreach care coordination and case management for clients following discharge from the Emergency Department
- Coordinate health and social care services in partnership with clients, families, healthcare professionals and community organisations
- Support effective transitions between hospital and community-based care
- Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to achieve positive outcomes for clients with complex needs
Classification: Social Worker Grade 2 SC21–SC24
Salary: $90,184–$104,000 per annum, pro rata for part-time employment
About You
You will be an experienced and compassionate Social Worker who is confident working with people experiencing complex health and social challenges.
You will bring:
- A recognised qualification in Social Work
- A minimum of two years’ experience in a relevant acute and/or community setting
- Eligibility for membership of the relevant professional association
- Strong assessment, care coordination and case management skills
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and multidisciplinary teamwork skills
- The ability to work effectively with clients experiencing complex and intersecting health and social needs
- A current Victorian Driver Licence
- A current National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain one
About ALERT
ALERT provides specialist assessment, care coordination and outreach support for people with complex needs. The service supports patients who may experience one or more significant risk factors, including homelessness or housing instability, substance use, mental health concerns, disability, complex aged care needs and family violence. The ED Care Coordinator is based within the Emergency Department at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne and also provides community-based support and interventions as part of an interdisciplinary team. This position forms part of the Health Care for Homeless (HfH) Program, which brings together services across St Vincent’s that support people who are experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, homelessness. The program aims to improve access, integration and coordination of care while developing responsive services that meet the needs of this client group. The role also works closely with the Health Independence Program (HIP) to support coordinated care across hospital and community settings.
What We Offer
At St Vincent’s, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing, development and career progression of our people.
You’ll have access to:
- Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
- Fitness Passport, providing access to a wide range of fitness facilities
- Regular wellbeing initiatives, events and programs
- Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
- Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
- A supportive culture focused on continuous improvement
- A convenient Fitzroy location close to public transport, cafés and Melbourne’s CBD
- Employee discounts and promotions available through the St Vincent’s Foundation
- A workplace that encourages a healthy work/life balance
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service providing a diverse range of adult clinical services. Our work is guided by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, and we are committed to providing high-quality, person-centred care to the communities we serve.
Application
Please submit your resume and cover letter with your application.
Shortlisting will commence immediately, and we encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early if a suitable applicant is identified.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission, and we value the diversity of the communities we serve.
Please visit our website for further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment at St Vincent’s.
St Vincent’s Health Australia has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to manage the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. Successful applicants may therefore be required to meet relevant immunisation and vaccination requirements.
Closing Date:
9 November 2026 11:59pmReconciliation 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
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Posted 24 day(s) ago
Reference: 2412786
Job Description:
- Full Time, Fixed Term until 31 December 2027
- Structured New Graduate Program with dedicated supervision and professional development
- Build your clinical experience across acute and subacute hospital settings
- No on-call or after-hours roster
- Supportive and experienced Social Work team
About the Role
Start your social work career with a supportive and experienced team at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM). An exciting opportunity is available for a New Graduate Social Worker to join our Social Work Department, working across acute and subacute inpatient services at our Fitzroy campus. Designed specifically for social workers at the beginning of their career, this position offers a structured New Graduate framework to support your transition into professional practice. You will receive regular supervision, clinical education and professional development while building your confidence and capability within a leading tertiary health service. Working as part of multidisciplinary teams, you will support patients and their families through complex health and psychosocial circumstances and contribute to safe, person-centred care and discharge planning.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Undertaking comprehensive psychosocial assessments and applying clinical reasoning to develop appropriate intervention and discharge plans
- Providing social work interventions to patients experiencing a range of health, social and psychosocial needs
- Working collaboratively with patients, families and carers to support treatment, care planning and discharge
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and community services to coordinate appropriate supports
- Developing positive working relationships across the Social Work Department, broader hospital and external community services
- Participating in regular clinical supervision and education as part of the New Graduate framework
- Contributing to quality improvement, research and service development activities
- Building your clinical knowledge and professional skills within a supportive learning environment
Classification: Social Worker Grade 1, SC13 ($74,172 per annum).
Your Contribution
This opportunity is designed for a recently qualified Social Worker looking to establish their career within a hospital environment.
To be successful, you will have:
- A Bachelor of Social Work or qualifying Master of Social Work, with graduation within the last 12 months
- Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
- Completed a hospital-based Social Work placement, with experience in an inpatient care setting
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- An ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- A commitment to person-centred, compassionate and evidence-based practice
- Enthusiasm for ongoing learning, supervision and professional development
- A current National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain one
- A current Working with Children Check (desirable)
What We Offer
At St Vincent’s, we are committed to supporting you as you take the first steps in your Social Work career.
You will have access to:
- A structured New Graduate framework to support your transition into clinical practice
- Regular clinical supervision, education and professional development
- Exposure to a diverse range of acute and subacute clinical areas
- A supportive and experienced Social Work team
- No on-call or after-hours roster
- Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
- Access to Fitness Passport and a wide range of fitness facilities
- Career development and advancement opportunities
- Discounts and promotions through the St Vincent’s Foundation
- A culture of learning and continuous improvement
- Convenient Fitzroy location, close to Melbourne CBD, public transport, cafés and car parking
About the Social Work Department
The Social Work Department at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne is recognised for its commitment to high-quality clinical practice and its work with people experiencing complex health and social circumstances. Our Social Workers provide care across a diverse range of clinical services and have particular expertise in supporting vulnerable communities, including people experiencing homelessness, family violence and addiction. At St Vincent’s, you will join an organisation where the values of social work align closely with our commitment to compassionate care, social justice and advocacy for vulnerable members of our community. For a new graduate, this provides an opportunity to develop your clinical skills while learning from experienced Social Workers within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service providing a diverse range of adult clinical services.
Our work is guided by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, and we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. There is no requirement to provide a separate response to each key selection criterion. Shortlisting will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly, as the advertisement may close early if a suitable applicant is identified. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission, and we value a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Please visit our website for further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment at SVHM. St Vincent’s Health Australia has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. Successful applicants may therefore be required to meet applicable immunisation and vaccination requirements, including influenza vaccination.
Closing Date:
8 November 2026 11:59pmReconciliation 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
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Posted 25 day(s) ago
Reference: 2399705
Job Description:
- Excellent benefits including salary packaging
- Fitzroy location
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Permanent, Full Time role
The Grade 3 Social Worker is responsible for the provision of Mental Health Social Work services at the Acute Inpatient Service. The Social Work Grade 3 Clinician is expected to work independently whilst at the same time contributing strongly to the multidisciplinary mental healthcare team, and to initiate and participate in teaching, training, research and quality activities.
- Work under the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 to skilfully engage consumers, carers, families and supporters
- Co-ordinate, oversee and monitor discharge planning as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Provide crisis intervention for discharge plans where required
- Work within MARAM and Information Sharing framework
- Liaise with other St Vincent’s Mental Health services and external agencies to ensure effective and efficient discharge is managed
- Liaise with community groups and relevant agencies to develop and review community networks which enhance continuity of care
- Supervise and provide training to social students and other non social work staff according to service policy, University Schools of Social Work and AASW requirements
Your Contribution
- Approved degree in Social Work, and eligible for membership of AASW
- Minimum of 2 years post qualification in mental health (desirable)
- Overseas qualified Social Workers require endorsement by AASW and be able to provide evidence of this
- Current Victorian Driving License
What we Offer
- A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
- Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
- A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month!)
- Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
- Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
- Located in the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
- Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
- Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
- Culture of continuous improvement
About St Vincent’s Mental Health
St. Vincent’s Mental Health (SVMH) includes an adult area mental health service for the inner city areas of Yarra and Boroondara. The adult mental health service components are: The Footbridge Community Care Unit (CCU), the 44 bed Acute Inpatient Service (AIS) located on the St. Vincent’s Hospital site, the North Fitzroy PARC and two community mental health services (CMHS) at Hawthorn and East Melbourne (Clarendon CMHS). Community mental health services comprise the Triage and Crisis assessment and Treatment (CAT) Service and the Primary Intervention Care Team (PICT) includes Extended Triage and HOPE (Suicide Prevention), Continuing Care (CCT), Mobile Support and Treatment (MST) and Homeless Outreach (CHOPS) services. A Consultation & Liaison Service is provided to the health service. NEXUS Dual Diagnosis Service, the Body Image and Eating Disorders Assessment and Treatment Service (BETRS) and NEVIL Training Cluster are regional services. Statewide services are the Victorian Dual Disability Service and the Victorian Transcultural Mental Health . The Acute Inpatient Service includes 5 beds designated as the Koori State-wide Inpatient Service and linked to the Victorian Aboriginal Health Service.
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
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.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
Closing Date:
21 October 2026 11:59pmReconciliation 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
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Social Worker (Grade 4) - Acute Community Intervention Service - Dandenong
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Posted 25 day(s) ago
Reference: 2402016
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience. Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos monashhealth.org/careers.
About the Role
Join Monash Health's Crisis Assessment and Treatment Team (CATT) as a Grade 4 Senior Clinician. This opportunity is a full time ongoing position and is open to Social Workers who are passionate about delivering high-quality, recovery-oriented mental health care.
Working within a multidisciplinary team, you'll provide comprehensive mental health assessment, crisis intervention and short-term treatment for consumers experiencing acute mental health concerns. The role combines community outreach with onsite assessments and works closely with consumers, families, carers, emergency departments and community partners to support people to remain safely in their community.
As a senior clinician, you'll also provide clinical leadership, secondary consultation, supervision and mentoring, while contributing to service improvement, education and evidence-based practice.
In this role, you'll:
- Complete comprehensive mental health and risk assessments.
- Deliver crisis intervention and recovery-focused treatment.
- Provide clinical leadership, mentoring and secondary consultation.
- Work collaboratively with internal and external partners to coordinate care.
- Lead quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives.
About Us
Monash Health Mental Health Services provides community, inpatient and specialist mental health care across Melbourne's south-east.
The Crisis Assessment and Treatment Team (CATT) provides rapid assessment, crisis intervention and short-term treatment to support consumers experiencing acute mental illness, with a strong focus on recovery and community-based care.
About You
You're an experienced mental health clinician who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and thrives on collaboration, clinical complexity and making a genuine difference. You'll bring:
- Registration, or eligibility for AASW membership.
- Significant experience in mental health, ideally within acute, crisis or community settings.
- Advanced assessment, risk management and clinical decision-making skills.
- Experience providing leadership, supervision or mentoring.
- A commitment to recovery-oriented, person-centred care.
In Return
At Monash Health, you'll join one of Victoria's leading public mental health services, where your expertise will influence both consumer outcomes and the development of the broader clinical workforce. In return, you'll enjoy:
- A senior Grade 4 clinical leadership role within a highly respected multidisciplinary CATT.
- Opportunities to mentor clinicians and contribute to service innovation and quality improvement.
- Ongoing professional development, discipline-specific supervision and leadership support.
- Opportunities to participate in research, education and evidence-based practice initiatives.
- Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
- Access to employee wellbeing programs and a comprehensive range of staff benefits.
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to consumers and families experiencing mental health crises.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Abdi Mohamed on 0466 742 994
Position Description can be found here
Social Work Attachment can be found here
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close 5th of November
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Posted 25 day(s) ago
Reference: 2402014
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience. Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos monashhealth.org/careers.
Use your Social Work expertise to help people experiencing complex mental health challenges build independence, strengthen connections and work towards life back in the community.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity is available for a Grade 3 Social Worker to join Monash Health’s Secure Extended Care Unit (SECU) at Dandenong Hospital in a full-time, ongoing position. Working within an experienced multidisciplinary team, you’ll provide specialist psychosocial assessment and intervention to consumers experiencing severe and persistent mental health challenges.
You’ll manage a varied caseload, working closely with consumers, families and carers to support recovery and address the broader social factors that can impact successful community transition. In this role, you will:
- Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessment and intervention
- Lead complex discharge planning and community transition
- Support consumers and families to navigate the NDIS and community services
- Respond to complex needs including housing, family violence and financial hardship
- Facilitate psychosocial group programs
- Provide supervision and support to junior Social Workers and students
About SECU
SECU is a 50-bed service at Dandenong Hospital providing medium to long-term treatment and rehabilitation for people experiencing severe and persistent mental illness. Our multidisciplinary team works alongside consumers to strengthen independence, support recovery and create pathways towards community living.
About You
You are an experienced Social Worker who brings strong clinical judgement, compassion and a commitment to recovery-oriented care. You will bring:
- A recognised Social Work qualification and eligibility for AASW membership
- Mental health or relevant complex clinical experience
- Strong psychosocial assessment, intervention and case management skills
- Knowledge of the NDIS and broader community service systems
- Confidence working with complex psychosocial needs
- Strong communication, advocacy and multidisciplinary collaboration skills
- An ability to supervise and support developing Social Workers and students
Why Join Us?
Recovery is about more than treating mental illness – it’s about helping someone find a way forward.
At SECU, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside consumers through an important stage of their recovery, helping them reconnect with family, access the right supports, build independence and take meaningful steps towards life back in the community.
You’ll join an experienced multidisciplinary team where the Social Work perspective is valued, while continuing to develop your senior clinical practice and support the next generation of Social Workers. With professional supervision, development opportunities, salary packaging and career pathways across Monash Health, you’ll have the support to keep growing too.
If you want to use your Social Work expertise where relationships matter and meaningful progress can change someone’s future, we’d love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Grace Sodomaco, Service Manager, on 0401 318 910.
Supportive Documentation can be found here.
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’. Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 25 October 2026
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Posted 25 day(s) ago
Reference: 2437034
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience.
As a leading academic health service, we're committed to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research, teaching and training into everyday practice.
Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
Are you currently part of the team at Monash Health? Use your network login to access the Monash Health Careers portal and discover all the job opportunities open to you, to support growing your career within the organisation.
To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos monashhealth.org/careers.
Help shape the future of healthcare at Monash Health and embark on a rewarding career where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.
About the Role:
Join our team as a Social Work Student Coordinator, based at the Kingston Centre in Heatherton. We are offering a part-time ongoing position (0.4 EFT / 30.4 hours per fortnight), bringing this job-share role to a full time position (1.0 EFT).
With your passion for allied health education and extensive clinical experience, you will join the WISER education portfolio team, working under the supervision of the Workforce Education Advisor and Student Education Advisor, in collaboration with the Head of Profession – Social Work.
You’ll be part of a thriving and passionate education team comprising education officers, workforce educators and student coordinators, all dedicated to supporting your education career pathway.
Working alongside a group of passionate and supportive educators, you will either be currently undertaking, or have completed, further studies in education and have a strong interest in reviewing, delivering and evaluating allied health graduate and leadership education programs.
In this role, you will be supported by the Allied Health Education Advisor, as well as peers on a similar education career pathway.
This role will require travel across Monash Health sites to deliver education and consult with stakeholders.
About Us:
The Allied Health Workforce, Innovation, Strategy, Education, Research (WISER) Unit supports the Chief Allied Health Officer and all Allied Health clinicians. We drive an effective and sustainable Allied Health workforce through innovation, strategy, education and research and explore and advance opportunities in Allied Health to improve patient care. WISER is the Workforce Innovation, Strategy, Education and Research Unit across Monash Health Community and Allied Health. We are integrated with Allied Health Research Unit actively contributing to the support of research publications and conference presentations.
About You:
To succeed in this role, you are an experienced Social Worker with a strong passion for clinical education, leadership, and service development. You bring an evidence-informed approach to practice and enjoy supporting others to grow and succeed.
You will demonstrate:
- Advanced knowledge of Social Work practice with the ability to apply evidence-based principles in complex clinical settings
- Strong understanding of contemporary clinical education and pedagogy, with the ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate clinical education programs
- Demonstrated ability to provide clinical education services to Social Work students
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to engage, influence, and collaborate with all stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong organisation, time management, and prioritisation abilities
- A proactive, creative, and solution-focused approach to improving student, educator, and service outcomes
- A strong commitment to ongoing professional development
- Project management experience will be highly regarded
Mandatory requirements:
- Relevant Allied Health professional qualification
- Eligibility for membership with the relevant professional association (if applicable)
- Postgraduate qualification in health professional or clinical education (completed or in progress, desirable)
In Return
As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:
- Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options
- Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth
- Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence
- Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance
- Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways
- Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging
At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Jacqui Salway, Allied Health Student Education Advisor, 0404 003 821 or Mel Bartlett, Early Graduate Advisor, Melissa.Bartlett@monashhealth.org
Position Description can be found here
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 3 November 2026
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