Senior Social Worker

Eastern Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

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Novated leasing options

Employee discounts on health insurance

Job summary

Eastern Health is seeking a Grade 3 Social Worker (Senior Social Worker) to join the Allied Health team in a 0.6 EFT fixed-term leave relief/backfill position until 16 August 2027. Based primarily at Peter James Centre in Burwood East, the role supports inpatient services across Eastern Health sites during staff leave and provides opportunities for leadership development.

Ideal candidates will have seven or more years of social work experience, eligibility for AASW membership, and strong

Qualifications

• Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
• Seven+ years of social work experience with leadership and management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse team and autonomously.
• Excellent interpersonal, flexible, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work services across bed-based wards with support from Senior Social Workers.
• Work across inpatient services and Eastern Health sites during staff leave periods.
• Develop leadership capabilities and engage in professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Negotiation

Risk assessment

Conflict resolution

Autonomy

Education

Membership eligibility with Australian Association of Social Workers

Job description

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Senior Social Worker Grade 3

• Temporary part-time (24 hours per week) | Flexible hours to support your ideal work-life balance
• Primarily based at Peter James Centre in Burwood East with occasional movement between Eastern Health sites
• Leave Reliever/Backfill role with opportunity to grow your leadership skills and work across diverse programs

Eastern Health is one of Victoria's largest public health services. As a values-led, integrated service united by our Healthier Together promise, we deliver high-quality care, support and service to a broad and diverse community across Melbourne's east and beyond.

About the role

We are seeking a Grade 3 Social Worker to join our Allied Health team in a 0.6 EFT fixed-term leave relief/backfill position until 16 August 2027. Based primarily at Peter James Centre, this role provides the opportunity to work across a range of inpatient services and Eastern Health sites, supporting teams during periods of staff leave.

This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your clinical experience, develop leadership capabilities and work across diverse programs while operating at a senior level. You will provide social work services across a variety of bed-based wards, with the support of experienced Senior Social Workers and a dynamic Allied Health department. The role offers exposure to diverse clinical settings, opportunities for professional growth and professional development.

What you'll bring

• Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
• Advanced social work, leadership and management skills as evidenced by seven or more years of Social Work experience.
• The ability to work effectively both as part of a diverse team and autonomously
• Excellent interpersonal skills including demonstrated flexibility, proficient negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent risk assessment and conflict resolution skills.

What we offer

Being part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts. We offer a range of benefits including:

• Investment in your career through continuous learning, mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to progress into specialist, leadership or advanced practice pathways.
• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, study and professional development leave, and leave purchasing options.
• Wellbeing support through fitness programs, confidential employee assistance services for you and your family, and 24/7 access to a range of support resources.
• Financial incentives to help you make the most of your earnings, including salary packaging through Maxxia, novated leasing options, and employee discounts on health insurance, banking and more.

Interested in joining us?

You must be eligible to work in Australia. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early applications as the advertisement may close prior to the closing date.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview, and all applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application. Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, compliance with mandatory vaccination requirements, including annual influenza vaccination, and evidence of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases where required.

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability across the communities we serve and within our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• We are shaping a culture that delivers exceptional care for our community, and an exceptional experience for all the people who make it possible.

Job Posting End Date: Friday 23 October 2026

Need help submitting your application?

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