Social Worker, Grade 2 - Allied Health
Berwick, VIC, AU, 3806
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience. As a leading academic health service, we're committed to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research, teaching and training into everyday practice.
Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos monashhealth.org/careers.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Grade 2 Social Worker to join the team at Casey Hospital in a full-time, ongoing capacity. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a supportive and dynamic team environment where your clinical expertise and person-centred approach will make a meaningful difference to patient outcomes every day.
In this role, you will manage a clinical caseload within designated service areas, applying evidence-informed practice and advanced psychosocial assessment skills to support patients and families experiencing complex needs. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders and contribute to quality improvement, service development and research initiatives across the service.
A strong understanding of key service systems including Family Violence, Child Protection, My Aged Care, Transition Care Program, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), Mental Health and recovery-oriented practice is essential to delivering safe, effective and holistic care.
To hear directly from our Social Work team about life at Monash Health, visit: Monash Health Social Work Careers
About Us
Join the Social Work Service at Monash Health and play a key role in supporting patients and families through complex health journeys. Our Social Workers provide high-quality psychosocial assessment, counselling, advocacy, discharge planning and connection to community supports, working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams across a range of inpatient and community settings.
At Casey Hospital, you will join a collaborative multidisciplinary environment that values clinical excellence, innovation, learning and teamwork. We are committed to supporting our staff through ongoing professional development, clinical supervision and opportunities to contribute to research, quality improvement and leadership initiatives.
Working at Monash Health means being part of a health service that is reimagining care — where compassion, inclusion and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
About You
You are an experienced and compassionate Social Worker who thrives in a collaborative healthcare environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality patient-centred care. You bring strong clinical reasoning skills, experience managing complex psychosocial presentations and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams. You will also demonstrate:
- Experience providing high-quality clinical social work services within a healthcare setting
- Advanced psychosocial assessment, intervention and discharge planning skills
- Strong knowledge of relevant service systems and community supports
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
- A commitment to evidence-based practice, continuous learning and quality improvement
- The ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a supportive team culture
Qualification & licence requirements are as per the supportive documentation below.
In Return
As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:
- Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options.
- Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth.
- Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
- Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance.
- Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways.
- Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging.
At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Natasha Tritico, Acting Social Work Manager, on 0419 971 660
Supportive Documentation can be found here.
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’. Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 14 June 2026