Aged Care Social Worker - Counseling & Transitions

Care Guidance Pty; Traralgon; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Care Guidance Pty in Traralgon, VIC, is seeking a casual, on-site Social Worker to support older adults and their families. You will focus on emotional wellbeing, practical guidance and safe transitions of care within aged care homes.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, counseling sessions and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, while advocating for clients and documenting progress in line with professional standards.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification in Social Work and eligibility for membership with a relevant professional body.
• Experience in community or aged care social work with psychosocial assessment and discharge planning.
• Strong counseling, crisis intervention and person‑centered support for older adults and families.
• Effective communication and documentation across diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and deliver counseling sessions.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams within aged care homes.
• Advocate for clients and connect them with community and aged care resources.
• Document assessments, plans and progress; contribute to service improvement.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Team collaboration

Cultural safety

Digital tools

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Social Work

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Care Guidance Pty in Traralgon, VIC, is seeking a casual, on-site Social Worker to support older adults and their families. You will focus on emotional wellbeing, practical guidance and safe transitions of care within aged care homes.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, counseling sessions and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, while advocating for clients and documenting progress in line with professional standards.