At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver impactful social work services for women and children in a dynamic healthcare setting.
- Company: Join the Townsville University Hospital, a leader in innovative healthcare solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility in a community-driven culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Must have a degree in Social Work and be eligible for AASW membership.
The predicted salary is between 134000 - 145000 $ per year.
About the work unit / facility: Social Work Department / Allied Health Services Division / Townsville University Hospital
About your opportunity: This opportunity is for a Senior Social Worker to join our Social Work team at Townsville University Hospital. As a Senior Social Worker (Women's and Children Services), you will be delivering Social Work clinical services as a member of a multidisciplinary team to stakeholders/customers of Queensland Health.
About your new employer: Clinical Excellence. The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Career Growth and Development: We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage: A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements. Salary range: $64.64 to $69.55 p.h. (HP4). 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading. 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation. Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available.
Requirements: Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration: The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Social Work that provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association.
Blue Card Checks: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000 requires Queensland Health to seek a 'working with children check' from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position.
Highly regarded: Demonstrated high level of relevant knowledge of Social Work practice theories, social legislation, and relevant policies with a high level of expertise and skill in Social Work assessment and interventions for women experiencing complex pregnancies and bereavement resulting from perinatal loss.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Amy Raleigh on (07) 4433 3223.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV695198
Applications close: Tuesday, 3 November 2026. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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