Mental Health Social Worker

Sa Health; Murray Bridge; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regional incentives

Superannuation

Leave loading

Salary sacrifice benefits

Relocation support

Flexible work arrangements

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

SA Health's Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network in Victoria is seeking a Social Worker to join the Mental Health team. You will use clinical expertise to plan, deliver and evaluate a range of services, including individual and family interventions and group programs, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

You will contribute to supervision and development of less experienced staff and students, demonstrate AASW eligibility, and manage a complex caseload with evidence-based

Qualifications

• Qualification in Social Work with AASW eligibility.
• Clinical experience across community and inpatient settings.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload with evidence-based practice.
• Commitment to person-centred care and cultural safety.

Responsibilities

• Deliver integrated, evidence-based social work care in mental health.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate individual, family and group interventions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and wellbeing.
• Contribute to supervision and development of less experienced staff and students.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Caseload management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Social Work degree (AASW eligibility)

Job description

• Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Murray Bridge.
• AHP2 | Allied Health Professional Level 2 | $94,997.00 to $110.052.00 p.a.
• Employment: Full time | Term Contract (temporary up to 9 July 2027)
• Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Regional Incentives may apply, subject to the terms in the Enterprise Agreement. (Allied Health positions only) + Superannuation + Leave Loading + Salary Sacrifice Benefits + Regional Incentives may apply

About the Role:

Join our Mental Health team as a Social Worker, delivering integrated, evidence-based care that supports the recovery and wellbeing of consumers and the local community. You will use your clinical expertise to plan, deliver and evaluate a range of services, including individual and family interventions and group programs, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and contributing to the development and supervision of less experienced staff and students.

What We're Looking For:

• Recognised qualification in Social Work and eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), with demonstrated AHP2-level competencies and commitment to ongoing professional development in accordance with AASW guidelines.
• Demonstrated clinical experience and professional competence in delivering comprehensive social work services, including assessment, intervention and evaluation, across community and inpatient settings.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload, exercise professional judgement and apply evidence-based practice to improve consumer health outcomes.
• Demonstrated commitment to person-centred care, cultural safety, social justice and effective support for consumers, families and diverse rural communities.
• Well-developed communication, collaboration and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the supervision and development of staff and students.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development, quality improvement, service evaluation, accurate documentation and the delivery of safe, effective and efficient services.

About Us

The Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, called RMCLHN for short, supports more than 70,000 people living in country South Australia in the towns and surrounds of Renmark, Paringa, Berri, Barmera, Waikerie, Loxton, Pinnaroo, Lameroo, Karoonda, Mannum, Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend, Meningie, Tintinara and Coonalpyn. for more information about working for RMCLHN.

• We will provide support, both personally and professionally giving you access to a range of education and training opportunities designed to enhance your role.
• Offer flexible work arrangements to better balance work, personal life, and family commitments.
• Provide an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, ensuring every employee feels a sense of belonging and safety.
• Offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short about what salary packaging is.
• Provide Relocation Support, where applicable. More information available from
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Applicant Information

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
• Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A

SA Health Services are required to implement the in the workplace.

Job ref

953972

Application Closing Date

04 November 2026 - 11.55PM