At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide psychosocial assessments and support patients in a dynamic healthcare environment.
- Company: Join Bayside Health, a leading public health service in Melbourne.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary packaging, gym access, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to inclusion and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while growing your social work skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in Social Work and two years' experience in healthcare required.
The predicted salary is between 69300 - 84700 $ per year.
Looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your development is supported? Join us! Multiple Full Time or Part Time Grade 2 Social Worker Opportunities Available - Limited Term until November 2027.
Work in our state-of-the-art Peninsula University Hospital with attractive salary packaging benefits. Join a team committed to learning, growth and excellence through a strong Social Work-specific professional development program.
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
The Team & Role: Join a supportive and collaborative Social Work team at Peninsula University Hospital, where learning, professional growth and teamwork are highly valued. As a Grade 2 Social Worker, you'll provide psychosocial assessment, intervention and discharge planning across a diverse acute healthcare setting, while contributing to the development of Grade 1 Social Workers and students through mentoring and supervision.
A day in the life:
- Review caseloads, referrals and discharge priorities across multiple wards
- Complete psychosocial assessments and develop intervention plans
- Partner with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated care
- Support patients and families through complex challenges
- Facilitate family meetings and care planning discussions
- Coordinate safe discharges and connect patients with community supports
- Identify psychosocial risks and implement appropriate interventions
- Mentor and supervise Grade 1 Social Workers and students
- Complete clinical documentation and handovers
- Contribute to quality improvement and service enhancement initiatives
Step into state-of-the-art facilities at the new Peninsula University Hospital. Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking. Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing. Stay active with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport. Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program. Join a team environment with a warm, supportive, and collaborative team culture. Experience regular peer supervision for Grade 1 and Grade 2 Social Workers. Grow your practice through high-quality supervision and reflective opportunities. Feel empowered through opportunities to influence service development and professional practice.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Bachelor of Social Work or Qualifying Master of Social Work, with eligibility for AASW membership
- Minimum two years' post-qualifying experience in a hospital or related healthcare setting
- Strong assessment, discharge planning and counselling skills
- Current Victorian Driver's Licence
- Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
If you have any role specific questions, our friendly team would love to hear from you! Please feel welcome to contact Claire Perriman, Deputy Head of Social Work at CPerriman@phcn.vic.gov.au or 6614 1331.
Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/.
Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations. Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.
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At Peninsula Health, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our generous salary packaging, flexible part-time opportunities, and a culture that values innovation and collaboration. Located on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, we offer a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in the health care sector while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
