Social Worker, Grade 2 - Victorian Heart Hospital
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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About the Role
Social Worker, Grade 2 | Permanent Full Time (1.0 EFT) | Victorian Heart Hospital
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Grade 2 Social Worker to join the Social Work Service at the Victorian Heart Hospital (VHH).
Working within Monash Heart, Cardiothoracic and Ambulatory Care services, you will play a key role in providing high-quality psychosocial assessment, support and intervention to patients and their families throughout their treatment journey. This onsite position offers the opportunity to work closely with a highly specialised multidisciplinary team while contributing to exceptional patient-centred care.
You will be responsible for triaging referrals, conducting comprehensive psychosocial and risk assessments, providing emotional support, facilitating access to services and resources, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients.
This role offers outstanding opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, quality improvement and research participation within a supportive and dynamic team environment.
About Us
The Social Work Service at Monash Health provides psychosocial support and advocacy across acute, subacute and specialist services. Social Workers are integral members of multidisciplinary teams, supporting patients and families through assessment, counselling, discharge planning, information provision and connection to community resources.
At the Victorian Heart Hospital, you'll join a highly specialised and collaborative clinical environment committed to innovation, excellence and patient-centred care.
About You
You are an experienced and motivated Social Worker who is passionate about delivering evidence-based, patient-centred care within a specialist healthcare setting. You will bring:
- Strong psychosocial assessment, risk assessment and care planning skills
- Experience managing a clinical caseload in a healthcare setting
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary teamwork
- Knowledge of key service systems including Family Violence, Child Protection, My Aged Care, Transition Care Program, NDIS and Mental Health services
- A commitment to professional excellence, quality improvement and continuous learning
Qualifcation & 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 Helen Rais, Clinical Lead Social Worker on 0473 030 380 or Helen.Rais@monashhealth.org.
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: 7 July 2026