Social Worker - Grade 2 (GEM)
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St Vincent's Health Australia is seeking a permanent part-time Grade 2 Social Worker (SC21–SC24) for three days a week at the Kew location, onsite in a supportive multidisciplinary team. You will undertake psychosocial assessments, develop interventions and discharge plans for patients in a sub-acute GEM setting, and collaborate with patients, families and the care team to support safe transitions. Hospital social work experience with GEM or sub-acute exposure is highly regarded. To apply, tailor your resume and cover letter to demonstrate complex assessments, MDT collaboration and contributions to quality improvement and education, showing alignment with SVHA values and compassionate care.
Job Description:
Permanent Part-Time (3 Days per Week)
Kew Location
Friendly and Dynamic Team Environment
Progress Your Social Work Career
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Grade 2 Social Worker to join our team on a permanent part-time basis.
Working within a supportive multidisciplinary environment, you will provide high-quality psychosocial assessment, intervention and discharge planning for patients within a sub-acute healthcare setting. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with patients, families, carers and healthcare professionals to achieve positive patient outcomes and support safe transitions of care.
We are seeking a clinician with demonstrated experience in hospital social work who is passionate about person-centred care and committed to delivering evidence-based practice.
Experience in a sub-acute setting, particularly within Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM), will be highly regarded.
Classification: Grade 2 Social Worker (SC21 – SC24)
Salary: $90,235 – $103,724 per annum, pro rata
Key Responsibilities
Undertake comprehensive psychosocial assessments and formulate appropriate intervention and discharge plans.
Apply advanced clinical reasoning to support patients with complex psychosocial needs.
Liaise effectively with patients, families, carers and multidisciplinary team members to coordinate care and facilitate positive outcomes.
Support safe discharge planning and continuity of care.
Participate in quality improvement, service development and research activities.
Provide supervision and contribute to student and clinical education programs as required.
Foster strong working relationships within the department, across the organisation and with community-based services and stakeholders.
Your Contribution
To be successful in this role, you will have:
A Bachelor Degree or Qualifying Master's Degree in Social Work.
Significant social work experience within a hospital or related inpatient healthcare setting.
Demonstrated ability to undertake complex psychosocial assessments and interventions.
Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
Current National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain.
Experience in sub-acute care and/or Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM) services will be highly regarded.
What We Offer
At St Vincent's, we are committed to supporting our people to thrive both professionally and personally.
Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.
Career development and advancement opportunities.
Access to Fitness Passport and a wide range of participating fitness facilities.
Employee Assistance Program.
Staff Health Centre access.
Discounts and promotions through the St Vincent's Foundation.
A culture of learning, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Convenient Kew location with easy access to public transport and parking.
About the Social Work Department
The Social Work Department at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne is recognised as a leader in developing and delivering best-practice care for vulnerable and marginalised populations, including people experiencing homelessness, family violence and addiction. Our department is committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred care and advocating for improved outcomes for those facing complex social and health challenges. As a member of our team, you will work within an organisation whose mission and values align strongly with the principles of social justice, equity and compassionate care.
Working at St Vincent's
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. Guided by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, we provide a diverse range of adult clinical services and are committed to delivering outstanding patient care, education and research.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter as part of your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly, as the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is central to our mission, and we value a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Please visit our website for further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. Successful applicants may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations and vaccinations, including annual influenza vaccination.
Closing Date:
12 July 2026 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]
View Reconciliation Action Plan