Social Worker

The Allied Health Service Division at Townsville University Hospital are seeking an experienced and client focused Social Worker - Senior to join their Specialist Palliative Rural Telehealth Service.

This is a permanent part-time role, working 68.4 hours per fortnight.

About the opportunity

The Specialist Palliative Care Rural Telehealth service provides multidisciplinary telehealth clinical palliative care support and guidance to rural and remote Townsville, North West and Mackay HHS's

There are four Regional Specialist Palliative Care Rural Telehealth Service Hubs. The service operates as a Hub and Spoke Model. The model enables Queenslanders living in rural, remote and isolated areas, greater equity of access to Specialist Palliative Care Service input, support and involvement when needed.

The Specialist Palliative Care Rural Telehealth Service offers video telehealth patient consultations and/or phone clinical support for clinicians in rural and remote facilities within neighbouring regional Hospital and Health Service– wherever there is an unmet palliative care need.

As a highly functioning multidisciplinary team member, deliver Social Work services and Bereavement support across North Queensland Hospital and Health Services using Telehealth as the primary mode of support.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $ $69.55  p.h. (HP4)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro rata) with 17.5% loading
• Professional Development leave and allowance
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

• The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in social work that provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• Roster: The incumbent understands and agrees to participation in rotation across clinical areas and campuses, On-call arrangements (including the Department's Emergency Clinical On-call Roster, which requires a 30minute response time), shift work (including early, late and night), as well as weekends and public holidays.
• Blue Card Checks: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000 requires Queensland Health to seek a 'working with children check' from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position. 5.1.
• This is a VPD risk role.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Jane Logan

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-

Applications close:  Wednesday, 26/11/2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.