3 Patient Discharge jobs in Australia
Social Worker
Posted 18 days ago
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Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for a rewarding locum opportunity where your skills can make a real difference? Join a disaster recovery and mental health initiative supporting clients in a vibrant community-based setting along the beautiful Central Queensland coast. This is your chance to work autonomously while contributing to a meaningful program that directly impacts people's lives.
About the Role
- Full-time locum contract, 38 hours per week, 8 weeks+, starting ASAP
- Monday to Friday roster giving you worklife balance
- Provide support to clients through trauma-informed care and basic counselling
- Work autonomously while having access to professional support from the Rural & Remote Resource Team
- Accommodation provided and travel allowance included
- Contract initially for 8 weeks with potential for extension
- Be part of a new initiative supporting clients, giving you the opportunity to make a real difference in a community in need
- Engage in community outreach and disaster recovery support, making a visible impact on local clients
About You
- Qualified Social Worker with AASW eligibility
- Experienced in trauma-informed care and counselling
- Previous experience in a similar community or disaster recovery role preferred
- Confident working autonomously while knowing professional support is available
- Excellent interpersonal skills, able to build rapport with clients and the community quickly
- Excited to live and work in Central Queensland, enjoying its stunning coastline, friendly communities, and relaxed lifestyle
This is an exciting short-term locum opportunity for a social worker looking to make a tangible difference in the lives of clients and communities in need. If you are passionate about mental health, trauma-informed care, and community support, we would love to hear from you!
Apply now - contact Nikki Webster at or for a confidential discussion.
Social Worker
Posted 19 days ago
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- Enjoy five weeks annual leave for optimal work-life balance.
- We offer opportunities for your personal and career development.
- Changed jobs? No worries — salary packaging is still yours!
Empowering Lives – Creating Change – Social Work That Connects
Based in Logan, you’ll be part of a passionate, close-knit multidisciplinary team—including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech Pathologists, and other clinical professionals—delivering impactful Social Work services to customers, their families, and the local community.
This is your chance to make a real difference in people’s lives while enjoying a 9-day fortnight, 5 weeks’ annual leave, and salary packaging to boost your take-home pay.
Why work with us?
At Northcott Therapy , we support people of all ages with disability to live more independently through evidence-based, family-centred therapy.
Join a trusted organisation with 90+ years of impact—where your growth is supported, and your work makes a real difference.
Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story.
About My Role
As a Social Worker at Northcott, I will be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team including Social Workers, Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists. Together, we provide contemporary, evidence-informed therapies that support our clients in achieving their goals.
I will take an interprofessional approach , working closely with therapists to ensure customers receive holistic and coordinated support. I will bring a demonstrated referral network and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with relevant external organisations, ensuring both interim and ongoing support is available for our customers. This role involves travel across Northcott’s service centres, with a company vehicle provided.
You Can Make a Difference
I am passionate about delivering high-quality, discipline-specific practice, mentoring and supporting colleagues, and driving positive outcomes for customers. I believe in meaningful work, collaboration, and continuous learning—and I bring that mindset to every part of my role.
I will bring:
- Previous experience in disability services or other relevant community services sector.
- A degree in Social Work and/or Human Services, or other relevant qualifications
- Active membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
- Demonstrated clinical competencies and commitment to best practice
- Experience to provide staff mentoring, training and support on job-related training needs.
- Flexibility to travel to Northcott service centres to provide customer support
- Availability to provide on-call support when required
Why you’ll love working with us
- Flexible Work Options – We offer both part-time and full-time roles so you can find the work-life balance that suits you, with realistic caseloads and achievable utilisation targets.
- Wellness Perks : Fitness Passport and reduced insurance.
- Perkbox – Access everyday savings, discounts, and wellbeing resources — our way of supporting you beyond the pay packet.
- Competitive Salary – Earn up to $90,000 + super + salary packaging, plus paid travel time, kilometre reimbursement, or access to pool cars.
- Supportive Culture – Be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team with regular peer supervision and support from clinical experts across multiple states.
- Professional Development – Receive 10 days of dedicated PD leave each year, plus a $1,000 allowance to support your ongoing growth.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your updated resume along with a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience for the role.
Northcott will review candidates throughout the recruitment process, likely before the close date and you will be advised of an outcome. For general enquiries about the role you are applying for, please email .Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Northcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTIQ+ identity, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. If you require an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, if you have a preferred contact method or require any information provided in an alternative format, please contact Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at .
Senior Social Worker
Posted 28 days ago
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Senior Social Worker - Locum Contracts Across Australia
CMR is seeking experienced Senior Social Workers for 12-week+ locum contracts across Australia. This is your chance to expand your expertise, make a meaningful impact, and explore new communities - all with flexibility, excellent support, and great benefits from CMR.
We're looking for candidates with experience in:
Acute Inpatient Units: Assessments, interventions, discharge planning, and family engagement.
Rural Generalist Roles: Providing support across inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and community settings.
Community Mental Health Teams: Outreach, case management, recovery-focused and holistic care.
CAMHS: Specialist support for children and young people with emotional, behavioural, and social challenges.
Why Choose CMR?
Work anywhere in Australia
Flexible work-life balance
Competitive remuneration and benefits
Professional development across diverse settings
Lifestyle and adventure in stunning locations
Ongoing support from a dedicated team
Requirements:
Current AASW eligibility
Minimum 2 years' experience in a health setting
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Valid driver's licence for regional and remote roles
Relevant WWC and NPC checks (or willingness to obtain)
Apply Today
If you are a Senior Social Worker ready to embrace a rewarding locum role, explore new regions, and contribute to vital health services, we'd love to hear from you. With high demand across Australia, now is the perfect time to start your next career adventure.
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