Join our collaborative and experienced social work team and gain varied experience in this rotating role at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

Social Worker – Grade 1

Why Join RMH?

• Full time, ongoing position working 80 hours per fortnight.
• Join our collaborative and experienced social work team and gain varied experience in this rotating role.
• Career progression opportunities across the organisation, supported and developed through our supervision program.

About the role

The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) is one of Victoria’s largest and most diverse public health services, providing care across the full spectrum of acute, sub-acute, and community settings. As a values-led organisation, RMH is committed to delivering outstanding healthcare while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Grade 1 Social Worker to join our experienced and collaborative team. This role offers strong opportunities for professional growth, supervision, and development across a range of varied clinical settings. RMH provides a dynamic environment where Allied Health professionals are supported to thrive and make a meaningful impact every day.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide patient-centred social work services, including assessment, intervention, discharge planning and accurate documentation
• Work effectively with patients, carers, families and a Multidisciplinary team 
• Collaborate with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team to achieve positive patient outcome
• Promote a safe, respectful and inclusive environment aligned with the values of The Melbourne Way.

About You

• Looking to expand Social Work skills and work within a professional team
• At least 6 months’ experience as a Social Worker in a hospital setting
• Qualification eligible for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Clinical skills and experience in comprehensive assessment, counselling and discharge planning
• Understanding of Social Work theories and their application to clinical practice

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Join a values-based organisation offering great opportunities for career diversity and professional development, including training and research opportunities, as well as access to mentorship and leadership programs.
• Access to comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including Employee Assistance and Fitness Passport.
• Up to $12,000 tax free earnings with salary packaging options.
• Generous leave entitlements – five weeks annual leave per year (pro-rata for part time), additional monthly paid day off for full time staff.
• Central Parkville location – onsite car parking options, easily accessible via public transport.

Position Description

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Interested?

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Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

Our Commitment

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.