Central Adelaide Local Health Network

• Salary: AHP1 - $68,478 - $83,594 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Salary: AHP2 - $88,255 - $102,240 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Initially located at the Repat Health Precinct in the Spinal Injury Rehabilitation Unit & Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit
• Full Time, Temporary & Permanent Roles

About the Role

We’re looking for passionate and compassionate Social Workers to join our dynamic team at CALHN, working within a multidisciplinary environment that supports individuals living with complex health challenges. Whether you're an early-career clinician (AHP1) or bring a wealth of experience (AHP2), this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families through evidence-based social work practice. You'll provide assessment, intervention, counselling, and education to support psycho-social wellbeing, while actively contributing to ward rounds, case discussions, and community liaison.

At the AHP1 level, you will focus on developing your clinical skills and knowledge while working collaboratively to support patients and their families across the health network. At the AHP2 level, you’ll take on a leadership role—supporting less experienced clinicians, contributing to service development, and helping shape best practice approaches. Regardless of level, you'll be part of a dedicated, supportive team committed to person-centred care, continuous improvement, and improving quality of life for those we serve.

About You

You’re a compassionate and skilled Social Worker who brings empathy, professionalism, and initiative to every interaction. Whether you're starting your career (AHP1) or have a strong foundation in complex clinical settings (AHP2), you are committed to delivering person-centred care and contributing meaningfully within a multidisciplinary team.

Eligible for full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers

Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong interpersonal skills

Organised, adaptable and capable of delivering timely, quality outcomes

Confident working across diverse settings, patient needs, and clinical complexity

At the AHP1 level, you're supported to grow your practice in a structured, team-based environment. At the AHP2 level, you're an experienced clinician confident in managing complex caseloads and mentoring others. In either role, your dedication to ethical, inclusive, and effective care makes you a valuable part of the CALHN team.

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job reference: 907391

Enquiries to:

Name: Samara Osborne, Senior Manager - Social Work

Phone: 0434 079 744

E-mail:[email protected]

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Sunday 6th July 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

907391 AHP1 Social Worker Role Description.pdf

907391 AHP2 Social Worker BIRU Role Description.pdf

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