Welcome to St John of God Health Care
St John of God Health Care is one of the largest private providers of health care services in Australia, employing more than 16,000 employees (caregivers). We operate 26 hospitals and services comprising more than 3,300 hospital beds, including home nursing, disability services and social outreach programs.

As a Catholic, not-for-profit group, we invest all profits to the communities we serve by updating and expanding our facilities and technology; expanding existing services and developing and acquiring new services; and providing Social Outreach services to people experiencing disadvantage to improve health and wellbeing.

Your role at St John of God Midland Hospital
St John of God Midland Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker who is a trained ACAT/ACA Assessor to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will provide high-quality clinical social work services to clients and patients, drawing on evidence-based practice to support their wellbeing and independence.

You will work collaboratively with a range of health professionals to deliver coordinated, person-centred care, ensuring all practice aligns with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Code of Ethics, professional practice guidelines, and St John of God Health Care (SJGHC) policies and procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled social worker who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

The Position

• Demonstrated clinical knowledge and skills in assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating Social Work interventions.
• Provide Social work services to DVA, TAC and Workcover patients.
• Actively intervene with appropriate counselling, support, education, community liaison and referrals.
• Actively participate and where appropriate, lead family meetings.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary service approach for clients, including contributing to the evaluation of the Social Work service and Clinical Specialty.
• Deliver patient-centered care, building health literacy and promoting self-management.
• Demonstrate reflective practice and commitment to professional development.
• Supports Social Work service by communicating issues and ideas for enhancing the service.
• Maintain a working knowledge of supported accommodation and nursing home facilities and patient eligibility.
• Ensure timely referrals to community Health Care Providers.
• Liaise effectively with community agencies and external Health Care Provider.
• Maintain current knowledge of legislation and policies relating to discharging patients.
• Maintain current knowledge of legislation and policies relating to DVA and Compensable patients (TAC & Workcover).
• Conduct quality audits that collect quantitative and qualitative data, which can be used toward improvement in patient care.
• Liaise with compensable bodies, financial institutions and external care agencies where appropriate.
• Attends relevant training sessions offered by SJGHC. Satisfactory completion of all annual mandatory and unit-based competencies as required.

Position Requirements
Applicants must hold a relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work and be eligible for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). They should demonstrate strong experience in social work assessment, case management and discharge planning, applying these skills to support clients in achieving positive outcomes. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are essential to effectively engage with clients, families and other stakeholders.

The successful candidate will have a proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to a coordinated and holistic approach to care. They will demonstrate professionalism, adaptability and a commitment to evidence-based practice in delivering high-quality social work services.

Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer you

• Salary: $85,508 to $120,255 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
• Fixed term full time position working 76 hour per fortnight up to 12 months
• Discounts on hospital services & private health insurance
• We offer a range of salary packaging options tailored to your employment status such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses - up to $18,550 as a permanent employee and a percentage of your earnings as a casual
• Free on-site parking
• Access to fitness and wellbeing benefits through Fitness Passport
• Innovative Professional Development opportunities
• A welcoming and supportive culture
• A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs

All applicants are asked to submit a covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the above position requirements

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being. Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community

Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly. Apply today!

If we identify a surplus of suitable candidates for this role, you may also be invited to a candidate talent pool list where you could be offered an alternative position.

For enquiries contact Kym Knight, Social Worker Manager, on (08) 9462 4031.