Social Worker- Health & Community Services

ACH Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Free on-site flu vaccination

Financial advice for HESTA members

Employee assistance program

Recognition program

Salary packaging

Discounted corporate health insurance

On-site café and coffee bar

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit aged care provider is seeking a Social Worker to provide essential social work services in the community, working directly with customers and their families. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in social work and three years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, collaborating with teams, and empowering customers in their health decisions. This position offers full or part-time flexibility and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Social Worker.
• Eligible for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• Knowledge of aged care and older person’s health and needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work services within a community setting.
• Conduct assessments and review care plans to meet customers’ needs.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to achieve health outcomes.

Skills

Empowerment of customers

Problem-solving skills

Relationship-building

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Job description

Overview

Social Worker - Health & Community Services at ACH Group. The role involves providing essential social work services in the community, working directly with customers and their families to support social and health needs.

Available as full or part-time, you’ll work as part of a multi-disciplinary team as the sole Social Worker to support and empower customers in navigating social and health challenges, enabling them to lead healthy, independent lives while maintaining connections to their community. You will work across metropolitan regions to ensure services reach customers in diverse settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide social work services within a community setting, empowering customers to make informed decisions about their care.
• Conduct assessments, monitor progress, and review care and support plans to ensure customers’ needs are met.
• Apply a wellness and reablement approach to service delivery, supporting customers’ overall wellbeing.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to achieve optimal health outcomes for customers.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to design services for customers’ individual needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation and record-keeping in compliance with best practices and regulatory standards.
• Other duties as required.

About You / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work and eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Social Worker.
• Proven ability to empower customers to make decisions and advise on available services.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess, set goals, and evaluate outcomes.
• Excellent relationship-building skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Knowledge of aged care and older person’s health and needs.
• Strong documentation skills with a high degree of accuracy.
• A satisfactory police clearance for working in aged care (less than 12 months old) is required before commencement.
• Not suitable for new graduates; relevant experience in community or health settings is required.

What We Offer

• Career development with in-house upskilling and external learning opportunities.
• Friendly and inclusive culture supporting diversity and wellbeing.
• Free on-site flu vaccination program.
• Financial advice for HESTA members, our preferred superannuation supplier.
• Wellbeing program including free employee assistance program.
• Recognition program acknowledging significant contributions.
• Salary packaging to maximise take-home pay.
• Discounted corporate membership – health insurance.
• Café and coffee bar on site.

How to Apply

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ACH Group celebrates workforce diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, disability or any other basis.

About ACH Group

For over 70 years, ACH Group is a leading not-for-profit in aged care, enriched the lives of older South Australians. With over 1,900 dedicated individuals, we deliver purpose-led roles across residential care, retirement living, home and community care, health and wellness, social experiences and corporate teams, creating impact for our residents and customers.