Social Worker

Social Worker with our Allied Health team

Lead With Heart, Heal with Culture.

The South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service based in Bunbury which provides a variety of health services to Aboriginal people in the South West of Western Australia. SWAMS delivers a wide range of primary health and community programs and has a strong growth strategy through partnership opportunities and future community development.

About you

This position provides a quality social work service to Aboriginal people in the South West region (with possible support of our Bindjareb department) that is culturally appropriate, secure, and respectful.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team consisting of OT/PT/RN/CSW delivering case-management, advocacy, support, and capacity building services to SWAMS clients, particularly those engaged with our Community Services Department, such as our Aged Care programs and NDIS.

The main duty of the Community Services social worker is to provide culturally secure case management for clients and their family members through the provision of advocacy, follow-up, referral to appropriate services, and collaboration with other support agencies. This role mostly works within the Transition Care (TCP) team, facilitating a smooth hospital discharge for our clients by completing necessary TCP on-boarding documentation to ensure quick transition from hospital to necessary community services, whilst also assessing for any on-going Social Work needs and goals.

Selection Criteria:

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work eligible for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) or the Society of Professional Social Workers (SPSW).
• Experience in providing culturally appropriate support services, including case management, counselling, advocacy and supports to Aboriginal people.
• Demonstrated understanding of privacy and confidentiality issues.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to function independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated high level of written, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to be flexible and manage case load and time effectively
• Ability to travel throughout the South West and Bindjareb regions.
• Valid and current Western Australian Driver's License
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check
• Valid Employee Working with Children Check

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience and knowledge of the Aged Care sector, particularly with HCP, CHSP, TCP 2.
• Experience and knowledge of the NDIS sector.
• Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
• Understanding of the inter-generational impacts of Stolen Generation policies.

Why SWAMS:

• 17.5% leave loading
• Salary sacrifice up to $15,990 on mortgage, rent and more
• Uniform provided
• Generous leave

Additional Information

SWAMS offers above award wages, salary sacrificing and packaging options, generous uniform allowance, professional development opportunities and a flexible and autonomous working environment.

At SWAMS, child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to the wellbeing of all children and young people, with zero tolerance for abuse. All team members have a legal and moral duty to ensure a safe environment and are required to undergo a National Police Clearance. Roles involving direct contact with children also require a valid WA Working with Children Check as part of our pre-employment screening.

For further information about this position, please phone Human Resources on during normal business hours or email

To Apply

If you have the drive and vision to contribute to our mission, we want to hear from you

Please submit your resume and a cover letter (1-2 pages max) outlining your experience. Your cover letter will need to respond to the selection criteria listed above.

Alternatively, you can email your application to If you have any queries, please call Human resources on during normal business hours.

Applications must be received by 5pm, Friday 14th November 2025.

SWAMS reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement prior to the stated closing date.