Social Worker Grade 1 Full Time or Part Time (Permanent)

Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across 3 campuses in the northeast of Melbourne and state-wide. Austin Health is world-renowned for its research and specialist work in cancer, liver transplantation, spinal cord injuries, neurology, endocrinology, mental health and rehabilitation.

An exciting opportunity currently exists for an enthusiastic and experienced social worker to join our Social Work Department. Working in the hospital sector, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team who collaborate together to provide social work services to patients, families and /or carers. In this role, you will work within a multi-disciplinary team and complete psychosocial assessments, provide a range of patient centered interventions and will develop care and discharge plans.

The Social Work Department will provide you with clinical supervision in line with the AASW standards, education and training to develop your clinical practice. The department will also offer opportunities to further develop skills in research and quality improvement.

Work with us! Your reward is to work in a collaborative environment which will provide you with opportunities for ongoing training and development. Your benefits will include salary packaging, and employee assistance program.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check conducted by Austin Health and if required, a Working With Children Check.

Austin Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

Please note, that in order to apply for this position, you must be eligible for membership with the AASW and hold a Bachelor of Social Work or Master of Social Work (Qualifying).