Discharge Patient Flow Concierge Social Worker

Overview

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time (Job Share Considered)

Position Classification: Social Worker – Level 4

Remuneration: $121,685.00 - $124,607.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable) | $61.36 - $62.84 per hour

Hours Per Week: up to 19

Requisition ID: REQ599112

Applications Close: 30 September 2025

Are you a talented Social Worker looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and passionate Social Worker who is ready for a new adventure. To learn more about the community of Wagga Wagga - visit us here.

About The Role

The Discharge Patient Flow Concierge Social Worker role plays an integral role as part of the multi-disciplinary team to provide social work assessment and intervention to current inpatients across MLHD sites, focusing on complex care planning and overcoming psycho-social barriers to discharge or transfers of care from any MLHD facility.

The Social Worker can provide support with accessing a wide array of external social and community services, especially those with a welfare focus. You will also build strong links with local transport agencies and Community Transport providers, as well as local funeral homes.

Service provision will predominately be via virtual platforms, in order to facilitate equitable access to the service for all non-base hospital facilities.

The Social Work position will operate 7 days a week and report via the Acute Network Lead Manager and will be supported professionally by the existing Social Work structures within MLHD.

This position includes weekend coverage. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to job share and exercise flexibility in selecting work hours that align with their personal lifestyle and commitments.

To see all role requirements please review the position description.

What MLHD Offer

• Relocation Support - Assistance for interstate applicants to help you transition smoothly into our community
• Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
• Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
• Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.

About You

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• Ability to effectively prioritise and organise own work/ caseload, including effective utilisation of virtual care to meet service demand.
• Excellence in written, verbal, interpersonal and negotiation skills with a high level of problem solving and service evaluation skills.
• A comprehensive, all-encompassing approach to organisational goals, strategies and operations.

How To Apply

Embrace the infinite opportunities to lead with compassion and make a lasting impact within our community. Contact Alisha Pogonoski – Acting Acute Network Lead, via Alisha.Pogonoski@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat.

Apply Online Your application will require you to include a resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you are a good fit for this position.

Murrumbidgee Local Health District is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.

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