Senior Social Worker: Emergency Health & Advocacy Lead

Queensland Government; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A state government agency in Brisbane is seeking a qualified Social Worker to deliver high-quality social work interventions. Ideal candidates must have a tertiary qualification in a health discipline, be eligible for AASW membership, and possess strong skills in communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement. The role requires participation in shift work and compliance with vaccination conditions for direct patient contact. It offers a challenging yet rewarding environment supporting vulnerable populations in the community.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver high-quality social work interventions.
• Demonstrated understanding of health service delivery and impacts on the healthcare system.
• Eligibility for Australian Association of Social Workers membership.

Skills

Social work interventions

Communication and negotiation

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Tertiary qualification in Health Practitioner discipline

Membership eligibility to AASW

Job description

A state government agency in Brisbane is seeking a qualified Social Worker to deliver high-quality social work interventions. Ideal candidates must have a tertiary qualification in a health discipline, be eligible for AASW membership, and possess strong skills in communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement. The role requires participation in shift work and compliance with vaccination conditions for direct patient contact. It offers a challenging yet rewarding environment supporting vulnerable populations in the community.