Social Worker

Mind Australia Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Study leave

Extra annual picnic day leave

Fitness Passport

Workplace Banking Portal

Job summary

One Door Mental Health is seeking a Social Worker for a 6-month full-time fixed-term role in the Canterbury area. Working in a multidisciplinary team, you will conduct intake, risk assessments, brief interventions, case management and collaborate with stakeholders to support recovery.

You will join a service moving to a larger centre, with flexibility to cover weekend and afternoon shifts, and a focus on Open Dialogue and high‑quality care for adults seeking timely mental health support.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work with current registration (AASW).
• Recovery-based approach to mental health care.
• Experience in clinical assessments and evidence-based interventions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; collaborate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide intake, risk assessments, brief interventions and case management.
• Deliver a range of short-term clinical interventions.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve access to primary mental health care.
• Provide care coordination and advocacy for clients.
• Apply professional judgement and adapt practice based on evidence.
• Empower individuals to achieve goals and improve quality of life.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical assessments

Mental health interventions

Education

Social Work degree with AASW registration

Job description

• Enjoy extra leave perks incl birthday leave + wellbeing & fitness access for you and family
• Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team that prioritises Open Dialogue, reflective learning and high‑quality care
• Full Time 6 month contract | Canterbury Location with relocation to a larger centre in Campsie currently underway (approximately 10 minutes from the current location)

The Medicare Mental Health Centre Canterbury provides a welcoming, low‑stigma entry point for adults needing timely mental health support. Using an Open Dialogue approach, it offers short‑to medium‑term care, strengthens personal networks and empowers people to shape their recovery while connecting them to ongoing community supports.

Our service is preparing to move into a larger, purpose‑built centre and will soon operate seven days a week. As we grow, we’re seeking team members who can offer flexibility, including weekend and afternoon shifts, to help us provide consistent, high‑quality care.

About the role

We are seeking a Social Worker who is committed to empowering individuals, building trusted relationships and delivering meaningful support for a 6-month Full-Time fixed term opportunity in the Canterbury area. Working as part of a multi disciplinary team and reporting to the program manager, you will offer brief interventions, case management, complete intake and risk assessments, and collaborate with stakeholders and support networks.

Key responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive and flexible supports to clients and families and carers, including advanced assessment, psychoeducation, formulation, treatment planning and clinical interventions in accordance with AASW Code of Ethics and National Standards for Mental Health Services
• Provide a range of short-term clinical interventions.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to promote and facilitate client access to primary mental health care services.
• Provide clients with care coordination and advocacy to meet their specific needs.
• Apply professional judgement within the role, adapting routine clinical practice based on valid and reliable evidence for people with complex care needs.
• Transform Lives:Play a vital role in empowering individuals, helping them achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.
• Competitive Salary Packaging:Maximize your take-home pay by salary packaging up to $15,900.
• Fitness Passport:Take advantage of our discounted workplace health and fitness program, offering you and your family access to a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness centres at a fraction of the regular cost. For 50% less than a typical gym membership, enjoy unlimited visits and stay motivated to maintain your health and well‑being.
• Leave Perks:Enjoy leave perks including birthday leave, study leave, and an extra annual picnic day leave!
• Workplace Banking Portal:Access that provides convenient access to a range of banking and lifestyle benefits offered through our CommBank program.

What you’ll bring

• Relevant tertiary qualifications Tertiary Qualification in Social Work with current registration with the relevant professional body (AASW)
• An understanding of the recovery-based approach to assisting people with mental health concerns
• Demonstrated experience in providing clinical assessments and evidence‑based mental health interventions
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve effective outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience in providing clinical assessments and evidence‑based mental health interventions.
• Knowledge of the NSW mental health system and local services; or demonstrated ability to rapidly develop this knowledge.

One Door Mental Health requires all staff to have a current Working with Children's Check, NDIS Worker Screening clearance, and appropriate COVID-19 Vaccination. One Door Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and mature aged applicants.