About us:
Social Workers recognise the impact of the socioeconomic, cultural, psychological and political determinants on a person's health and overall wellbeing. Social work focuses on enhancing a person's social and emotional functioning through targeted specialised interventions and mobilising services and supports. Our social workers work in hospital and community facilities across Gladstone, Biloela, Emerald, Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton regions.
About the role:
The Social Worker position is responsible for providing clinical social work services, as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Work areas may be variable dependent on need, with generalist Social Work skills required.
Social Workers provide complex case management, delivery of clinical services including psychosocial assessment, therapy interventions, monitoring and evaluation of high-quality social work services for patient/clients of Queensland Health within the inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
About you:
* Mandatory possession of a Qualification degree in Social Work from a recognised tertiary institution and eligibility for professional membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Applicants must not have any ethical matters outstanding that may otherwise preclude eligibility for professional membership with the AASW. Overseas applicants must obtain a letter from the AASW confirming eligibility for professional membership and provide a copy with their position application.
* Upcoming graduates awaiting conferral of qualifications and registration will be considered for this role.
* The successful applicant must maintain their continuing professional development at a level that would at least meet the accreditation standards of the AASW.
* The successful applicant is required to uphold the AASW Practice Standards 2023 and, if applicable, the AASW Practice Standards for Mental Health Social Workers 2014 and abide by the AASW Code of Ethics.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 p.a. is comprised of:
* An hourly rate between $ $58.59 p.h.
* 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
* 17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits
* Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
* Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
* Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
* Paid Parental Leave
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Discounted Private Health Insurance
* Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit the following:
* Your current CV or resume, including referees.
* A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
* Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
For assistance:
* Contact
* Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6A673480
Applications close: Wednesday, 4 February 2026
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Further information
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