RHS Senior Social Worker

SA Health - Central Adelaide Local Health Network; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development allowance

Flexible work options

Wellbeing benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) is seeking a Senior Social Worker for the Refugee Health Service. You’ll deliver specialist social work care, advise teams to build clinical capability and supervise staff across sites to support vulnerable people.

The role emphasizes quality improvement and education while promoting safe, timely care transitions. In line with CALHN values, you’ll work within multidisciplinary teams to advance patient outcomes, participate in research, and contribute

Qualifications

• Social Work degree eligible for AASW full membership.
• Advanced clinical skills in a social work specialty.
• Experience managing complex clinical situations independently.
• Experience providing clinical supervision to staff or students.
• Experience in service improvement, research and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced clinical social work care.
• Advise teams and build clinical capability.
• Supervise staff and students across sites.
• Lead quality improvement, research and education.
• Promote hospital avoidance and timely care transitions.

Job description

$112,139 - $120,284 pa + super + salary packagi

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Integrated Care - Adelaide
• Salary AHP-3 $112,139 -$120,284 p.a. (pro rata)+ super + salary packaging
• Temporary up to 6 months and part-time working 22.5 hours per week

Join over 2,600 allied health professionals at CALHN and play a vital role in delivering safe and connected world-class care across South Australia.

• Make a real difference across emergency, acute, rehabilitation, community, and mental health care settings.
• Thrive in a values-driven organisation that puts people first and is future focused.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams that support innovation and professional growth.
• Be part of a leading health network shaping the future of health through care, research, and education.

At CALHN, every voice matters. We prioritise the safety of our staff and patients, and staying connected across teams to deliver a seamless patient journey through our Safe and Connected Operating Model .

As a Senior Social Worker, you’ll provide specialist care within the Refugee Health Service, supporting safe, coordinated outcomes for vulnerable people.

• Deliver advanced clinical social work care
• Advise teams and build clinical capability
• Supervise staff and students across sites
• Lead quality improvement, research and education
• Promote hospital avoidance and timely care transitions

About You

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring specialist expertise, sound judgement and a strong commitment to person-centred care.

• Social Work degree eligible for AASW full membership
• Advanced clinical skills in a social work specialty
• Experience managing complex clinical situations independently
• Experience providing clinical supervision to staff or students
• Experience in service improvement, research and professional development

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
In line with the new Enterprise Agreement 2025 you’ll enjoy enhanced benefits that support you and your career.

• Make your money go further – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options
• Grow your career – build your skills and explore opportunities across CALHN
• Work together – strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
• Professional development allowance - with structured development support
• Balance work and life – access flexible work options where available
• Support your wellbeing – enjoy leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
• Feel supported – confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

As the largest health network in South Australia, the Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) plays a leading role in improving the health and wellbeing of our community by delivering safe, connected and high-quality healthcare.

As the largest health network in South Australia, the Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) plays a leading role in improving the health and wellbeing of our community by delivering safe, connected and high-quality healthcare.