Social Worker Grade 1

Social Worker Grade 1

Full Time Fixed Term (until 15/3/2026)

80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADO

About the Role

The Social Work team provides patients with additional support to improve psychological and social functioning and we ensure each patients social, emotional and cultural needs are met. We minimise the negative impacts of illness and hospitalisation on patients. We are a dynamic and innovative group of 30 plus Social Workers who are always willing to share knowledge and peer support. 

There are regular department in-services, Grade 1 individual and peer group supervision, external professional development opportunities, you are able to access study leave for higher education. There are many opportunities to develop your career and knowledge

Key Responsibilities

This position is responsible for Social Work services in Subacute (Aged Care and Rehabilitation) and Acute Medical wards, in Ballarat, but will also require flexibility into other clinical areas. You should be skilled in comprehensive psychosocial assessments, and an interest in working in health and multidisciplinary teams. You will be aiming to make a difference to patients, families and teams. As the successful applicant you will have experience and competency in grief and bereavement support, care planning, decision making, liaison with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills and experience

• Ability to adapt, be flexible and learn quickly
• Conducting comprehensive clinical assessments 
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining a professional manner
• Ability to plan and problem solve
• Demonstrate sound knowledge in Social Work theory and practice skills
• Working knowledge of Acute/Subacute hospital systems and resources

Grampians Health Culture & Benefits

At Grampians Health, we recognise our staff are our greatest asset.  We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff, patients, residents, visitors, volunteers and contractors at all sites.

• Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities
• Salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays
• Discounted on-site parking
• Access to discounted health club membership
• Staff rewards and recognition programs

About Grampians HealthGrampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell.

Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities. Joining Grampians Health means being part of a diverse team, with a variety of career opportunities in acute, maternity, mental health, allied health, aged care and support services.

Ballarat RegionBallarat is the largest centre in Western Victoria and the states fastest growing inland city.  Dubbed Australia’s most liveable city in 2020, Ballarat is home to first class education, fine dining and boutique shopping.  Uniquely located within easy access to Melbourne, Geelong, Bendigo and the Western district, Ballarat is blessed with some of Australia’s most significant heritage buildings and natural landscapes.

How to apply

Click APPLY or contact Wendee Lovel, Deputy Manager Social Work (East) on 0439 015 *** for a confidential discussion.

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police records check, immunisation clearance and Working with Children check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check.

All employees must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required, which at a minimum is a surgical mask.  Additional PPE requirements are role-dependent.

Grampians Health is a child safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

Grampians Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or questioning), intersex and asexual LGBTQIA+.