Social Worker Grade 2

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Employment Type - Permanent Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 80

Job Category - Allied Health Professional (generic)

Req Id - 4950

Join our allied health team and contribute to high-quality community care. This role offers ongoing training and a supportive work environment and work-life balance in a stunning region.

• Join our innovative team to provide word class healthcare to our community
• Ongoing training and professional development in a supported work environment
• Enjoy work life balance in our stunning region with this permanent part time role

Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9,000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.

Major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.

To contribute to and be part of the community-based, multidisciplinary area health team to support clients and carers to achieve an optimum level of health independence through:

• Comprehensive, coordinated and integrated multidisciplinary services
• Provision of client-centered care to community members from a broad range of backgrounds
• Contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality, cost-effective community-based Psychology services
• Contribute to meeting the program and area health team key performance indicators (KPI's)

All activities of the position will reflect current best practice standards for Social Work. The position will operate according to relevant legislation, Barwon Health policies, programs and department guidelines.

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

You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health's commitment to professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.

We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.

We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards. We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you. Please note we do not accept resumes via email.

Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.

This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.

Contact person: Tracey Young

Email: tracey.young@barwonhealth.org.au

Phone: (03) 4215 7107

Application closing date: 26th September 2025

Position Description

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

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