Social Worker (Grade 3), Barwon Early Parenting Centre

Barwon Health; Geelong; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing program

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Salary packaging benefits

Job summary

Barwon Health seeks a Social Worker (Grade 3) for the Barwon Early Parenting Centre to support families with children aged 0–4 years. You will provide psychosocial assessment and clinical intervention across inpatient and outpatient services as part of a multidisciplinary team, strengthening parent–child relationships and promoting positive mental health.

You will connect families with services, provide tailored support, and contribute to quality improvement, while maintaining comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Social Work (AASW-accredited) with eligibility for AASW
• Experience applying social work knowledge in health or community settings
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage families and professionals
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessment and clinical intervention for children and families at BEPC
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community organisations to support family wellbeing
• Offer consultations, referrals and connections to community services
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to quality improvement and planning activities

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Independent & collaborative work

Evidence-based practice

Education

Bachelor or Master of Social Work (AASW accredited)

Job description

Social Worker (Grade 3), Barwon Early Parenting Centre

Job Category -Other Professionals - Social Work

• Come and work with Victoria's largest regional Health Service
• Enjoy a rewarding position in a supportive team environment!
• Fantastic temporary part-time opportunity (48 hours per fortnight), Parental leave relief

About the role

Join the Barwon Early Parenting Centre (BEPC) and make a meaningful difference to families with children aged 0 - 4 years.

As a Social Worker, you will provide social work expertise across inpatient and outpatient services, including residential, day stay and triage programs. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will support families to strengthen parent-child relationships, develop parenting confidence and promote positive mental health and wellbeing.

You will work closely with families, health professionals and community services to provide tailored support and connect families with appropriate services and resources.

Key responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessment and clinical intervention for children and families accessing the BEPC.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and community organisations to support family wellbeing.
• Provide consultation, referrals and connection to appropriate community-based services and supports.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to quality improvement and service planning activities.

What we're looking for

• A Bachelor or entry-level Master of Social Work accredited by the AASW, with eligibility for AASW membership.
• Experience applying social work knowledge and skills within a health or community setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with families and professionals.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• A commitment to evidence-based practice, professional development and the AASW Code of Ethics.

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Attractive salary packaging benefits
  • Living expenses capped at $9,010
  • Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards

Additional information

All appointments are subject to:

• Satisfactory Police Record Check
• Immunisation Status Clearance
• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.