At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide trauma-informed care and support holistic health planning for diverse communities.
- Company: Corryong Health, a key healthcare provider in rural and remote areas.
- Benefits: Join a supportive team with opportunities for professional growth and community impact.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are at our core; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's in Social Work; strong interpersonal skills required.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Social Worker to join our team at Corryong Health. In this role, you will provide trauma-informed care tailored to individual needs, with a focus on promoting emotional, social, and psychological wellbeing for all people we serve.
You will work collaboratively with patients, families, carers, and the broader healthcare team to support holistic care planning and service delivery. A key part of this role involves supporting service system navigation, care coordination, and management to ensure smooth and seamless transitions between inpatient, ambulatory, and residential care settings.
As a valued member of our interdisciplinary healthcare environment, you will also contribute to peer learning in trauma-informed care that is culturally sensitive and respectful of the diverse communities and population groups we are proud to serve.
We welcome applications from people who bring the following:
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and eligibility for registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
- Demonstrated ability in providing clinical assessments that support outcome-focused care plans for people experiencing high rates of vulnerability and complex care needs, including:
- Intergenerational trauma
- Cognitive decline or capacity concerns
- Neurodiversity
- Family violence
- Sexual assault
- Substance use disorders
- Mental health concerns
- Housing insecurity or homelessness
- Financial stressors
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that foster trusting, respectful, therapeutic, and professional relationships — both within and outside the organisation
- A demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary team through collaborative, inclusive, and solution-focused approaches that support effective health outcomes for clients, carers, and families
- A genuine commitment to the Victorian Public Sector (VPSC) Code of Conduct, Equal Employment Opportunity, Work Health & Safety, and Cultural Diversity principles
The following are desirable but not essential — we encourage you to apply even if you are still developing in these areas:
- Post-graduate training and/or experience in Mental Health, Addiction Medicine, therapeutic interventions, or group therapy
- Experience navigating the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) and advocating for clients, families, and carers
- A comprehensive understanding of the legislative landscape relating to the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Management (MARAM) Framework and Information Sharing Entities (ISEs), to ensure victim survivors of family violence — including children — are appropriately supported, and adults who use violence are held to account
- Strong knowledge of Advance Care Planning (ACP), Enduring Medical or Financial Power of Attorney (EMPOA/FPOA), Guardianship, and Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD)
Corryong Health operates as a Multipurpose Service (MPS) — a flexible healthcare model designed to deliver integrated health and aged care services to rural and remote communities. We serve as a key healthcare provider for the Upper Murray region, ensuring that everyone in our community has access to the essential services they need. We are committed to building a service profile that reflects the full diversity of our community, so that all people feel cared for, supported to live well, and connected across the healthcare ecosystem.
As our community evolves, so does our service mix — and we are proud to grow alongside the people we serve. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, safe care and are regularly accredited against national standards, ensuring best practice is upheld across all of our services.
Corryong Health is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, contact the People & Culture team. As part of our commitment to equity and inclusion, applicants are invited to complete voluntary demographic questions (e.g. gender, cultural background, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity, disability). This information is de-identified and used to improve our recruitment practices. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Social Worker employer: Corryong Health
Corryong Health is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for our Rural General Practitioners. Located in the picturesque Upper Murray region, we offer unique opportunities for professional growth while ensuring our staff can make a meaningful impact on community health. With a strong commitment to high-quality care and regular accreditation against national standards, you will be part of a team that values excellence and collaboration in delivering essential services to our rural community.
