Social Worker, Grade 2 - Allied Health (Dandenong Hospital)

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The Social Work team at Dandenong Hospital is seeking an experienced Grade 2 Social Worker to join the General Medicine stream. This is a full-time, ongoing position, based at Dandenong Hospital Social Work Department.

In this role, you will provide high-quality psychosocial assessment, planning and intervention as part of a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team. You will carry a designated caseload, applying evidence-informed practice to deliver optimal outcomes for patients and families. This role also offers the opportunity to grow your leadership skills, contribute to projects and research, and take on extended clinical responsibilities.

About Us

The Social Work Service at Monash Health provides psychosocial support and advocacy for patients and families through assessment, counselling, discharge planning, information provision and access to community resources. Social Workers play a pivotal role in responding to social complexity and are valued members of the multidisciplinary team.

The service operates during standard business hours (Monday to Friday), with weekend and on-call services provided at Casey, Clayton, Dandenong and the Victorian Heart Hospital.

About You 

You will bring a strong working knowledge of service systems including Family Violence, Child Protection, My Aged Care, the Transition Care Program and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Alongside direct clinical care, you will contribute to quality improvement and research activities, ensuring service delivery aligns with the AASW standards, credentialing, supervision, code of ethics and practice guidelines.  Your skills will include:

• Specialised expertise in complex psychosocial assessment and intervention.
• The ability to provide a high-quality, evidence-based social work service.
• Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver patient-centred care.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to supervision, professional development and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor of Social Work, Master of Social Work Qualifying, or equivalent (AASW assessed).
• Eligible for AASW membership (mandatory for overseas-trained applicants).
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.

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 the opportunity further, Rachel Corea, 0400 503 238 or email Rachel.Corea@monashhealth.org

Position Description can be found here.
Role Statement can be found here.

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. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

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 September 2025