Social Work Student Coordinator
Heatherton, VIC, AU, 3202
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Help shape the future of healthcare at Monash Health and embark on a rewarding career where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.
About the Role:
Join our team as a Social Work Student Coordinator, based at the Kingston Centre in Heatherton. We are offering a part-time ongoing position (0.4 EFT / 30.4 hours per fortnight), bringing this job-share role to a full time position (1.0 EFT).
With your passion for allied health education and extensive clinical experience, you will join the WISER education portfolio team, working under the supervision of the Workforce Education Advisor and Student Education Advisor, in collaboration with the Head of Profession – Social Work.
You’ll be part of a thriving and passionate education team comprising education officers, workforce educators and student coordinators, all dedicated to supporting your education career pathway.
Working alongside a group of passionate and supportive educators, you will either be currently undertaking, or have completed, further studies in education and have a strong interest in reviewing, delivering and evaluating allied health graduate and leadership education programs.
In this role, you will be supported by the Allied Health Education Advisor, as well as peers on a similar education career pathway.
This role will require travel across Monash Health sites to deliver education and consult with stakeholders.
About Us:
The Allied Health Workforce, Innovation, Strategy, Education, Research (WISER) Unit supports the Chief Allied Health Officer and all Allied Health clinicians. We drive an effective and sustainable Allied Health workforce through innovation, strategy, education and research and explore and advance opportunities in Allied Health to improve patient care. WISER is the Workforce Innovation, Strategy, Education and Research Unit across Monash Health Community and Allied Health. We are integrated with Allied Health Research Unit actively contributing to the support of research publications and conference presentations.
About You:
To succeed in this role, you are an experienced Social Worker with a strong passion for clinical education, leadership, and service development. You bring an evidence-informed approach to practice and enjoy supporting others to grow and succeed.
You will demonstrate:
- Advanced knowledge of Social Work practice with the ability to apply evidence-based principles in complex clinical settings
- Strong understanding of contemporary clinical education and pedagogy, with the ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate clinical education programs
- Demonstrated ability to provide clinical education services to Social Work students
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to engage, influence, and collaborate with all stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong organisation, time management, and prioritisation abilities
- A proactive, creative, and solution-focused approach to improving student, educator, and service outcomes
- A strong commitment to ongoing professional development
- Project management experience will be highly regarded
Mandatory requirements:
- Relevant Allied Health professional qualification
- Eligibility for membership with the relevant professional association (if applicable)
- Postgraduate qualification in health professional or clinical education (completed or in progress, desirable)
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 Jacqui Salway, Allied Health Student Education Advisor, 0404 003 821 or Mel Bartlett, Early Graduate Advisor, Melissa.Bartlett@monashhealth.org
Position Description 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: 3 November 2026