OverviewJoin to apply for the Social Worker/Discharge Planner role at Illawarra Mercury.Hybrid Social Worker/Discharge Planner role at Wollongong Private Hospital.
You will provide clinical leadership to nursing, medical and allied health providers and deliver an effective discharge planning service, coordinating planning for discharge activities and associated services across the hospital.
You will also deliver personal counselling to help individuals and carers adjust to their medico-psycho-social situation.ResponsibilitiesProvide social work services including counselling and community follow-ups.Coordinate the patient discharge planning process.Ensure patients have a smooth transition from hospital to the community with appropriate care and services.Plan complex discharges with the multidisciplinary team.Skills and ExperienceStrong clinical skillset with experience in an acute care hospital setting.Effective interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced team environment.Client-focused attitude and alignment with Ramsay's core values.You Will Also DemonstrateDegree in Social Work or equivalent.Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers or equivalent Professional Association.Minimum of 2 years relevant clinical experience in an acute health care setting.Extensive knowledge of community services and resources relevant to this role.Knowledge of and ability to implement contemporary discharge planning practices.Demonstrated ability to effectively and efficiently manage a caseload.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.High standard of customer service and a team approach.Commitment to professional development and maintenance of current evidence-based practice.Flexible and positive approach to work.Experience with My Aged Care, residential aged care processes, and the NDIS will be highly regarded.What's in it for you?
Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs.
Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and Ramsay Leadership Academy.Discounts: Ramsay Rewards and hospital/healthcare-related discounts.Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities, Adaptable Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel, salary sacrifice opportunities, and more.Please note casual employees may not be eligible for all benefits.RequirementsMust provide a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.To ApplyAll applications must be lodged online.
Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
For enquiries, contact Sian Willis, Allied Health Manager, via email.
Applications Close: 20 October 2025.Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.
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📌 Social Worker/Discharge Planner
🏢 ILLAWARRA MERCURY
📍 Wollongong