Explore rewarding social work jobs that make a real difference in people's lives. Social work professionals provide support and resources to individuals, families, and communities facing various challenges. These roles require empathy, strong communication skills, and a commitment to social justice. 3 Social Work jobs in Australia
Social Worker
Posted 6 days ago
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About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the team in a Rural Generalist capacity. This diverse role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality social work services across both hospital and community settings, supporting patients and families through a wide range of health and wellbeing needs.
As part of a multidisciplinary team, your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering social work assessments and interventions for hospital inpatients, including discharge planning, psychosocial support, and care coordination.
- Providing support across outpatient, emergency, and community-based settings to ensure continuity of care.
- Assisting patients and families to navigate health, social, and welfare systems, including aged care, disability, mental health, and child and family services.
- Promoting patient advocacy, wellbeing, and access to appropriate resources.
- Contributing to a collaborative team culture within a rural healthcare environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Social Worker who enjoys variety in their caseload, values community connection, and wants to make a meaningful impact across all age groups in a rural setting.
About You
You are a qualified Social Worker with a passion for delivering holistic, person-centred care. With experience across hospital and community settings, you are confident managing a varied caseload that includes inpatient, outpatient, and emergency presentations. You thrive in rural healthcare environments where adaptability, initiative, and strong problem-solving skills are essential.
You will bring:
- A recognised degree in Social Work and eligibility for membership with the AASW.
- Demonstrated experience in hospital-based social work, including discharge planning and psychosocial assessments.
- Strong knowledge of health, disability, aged care, and welfare systems, with the ability to advocate effectively for patients and families.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- A flexible, proactive approach to supporting individuals and communities in rural and remote areas.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative team.
- Enjoy competitive rates with additional locum benefits.
- Receive a travel allowance to help get you to your new role.
- Accommodation provided, helping you save more while you work.
How to Apply:
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a highly respected acute care team, apply now or contact Nikki Webster at or for a confidential discussion.
Social Worker
Posted 25 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.
- Salary packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay.
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 – Enjoy access to Fitness Passport, discounted insurance, and a wide range of perks and savings through Perkbox.
- Competitive Salary – Earn up to $90,000 + super + salary packaging, plus paid travel time, kilometre reimbursement, or access to pool cars.
- S upportive 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 .
Social Worker
Posted 26 days ago
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cmr are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join a supportive allied health team for a 3-month contract based in the North-West Sydney area. This short-term contract offers the chance to work across a variety of clinical presentations while contributing to a close-knit service.
The Role
- Case management for inpatient / Outpatient clients
- Work across complex trauma, PTSD, drug & alcohol, and first responder presentations
- Collaberation with allied health team including physchologists, counsellors, dieticians and other social workers.
The successful candidate will possess:
- Previous Social Work experience with adult mental health.
- Current NSW Working With Childrens Check
- Eligibiity with the AASW
Why work with cmr?
- Perks Program: Enjoy exclusive benefits, discounts, giveaways and more - learn more at cmr.com.au/perks
- Dedicated support from our consultant & credentialing team to make your experience seamless.
- Access to free CPD training to support your professional growth
Ready for your next adventure?
Apply now or contact Luke Thomas on or for a confidential chat.
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