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Social Worker
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Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service
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About us
Emerald Hospital provides a range of hospital and visiting specialist services to the Emerald and Central Highlands region. Our vision, in our Destination 2030: Great Care for Central Queenslanders strategy is for Emerald Hospital to be the Central Highlands hub for emergency, maternity, diagnostic and some surgical services. We will invest in Telehealth technology to provide local access to services wherever possible.
The population of the surrounding community is approximately 28,000 with 15,000 at Emerald. There are two small hospitals within 100kms, located at Blackwater and Springsure. Emerald Hospital is a 28 bed facility, has two operating theatres and approximately 160 staff delivering services across acute, community and primary care.
About the role
The Social Worker works as a member of the Central Highlands Allied Health Team providing comprehensive, effective and efficient Social Work services to stakeholders/customers of Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service. Services provided are of a varied caseload complexity, spanning the continuum of care that includes service provision to patients/clients within inpatient, outpatient and community clinical settings. The position provides an chance to work within a varied and complex caseload as an individual and in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team, whilst contributing to safe, reliable and sustainable services for CQ Health.
About you
You hold a qualification in Social Work from a recognised tertiary institution and eligibility for professional membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
You demonstrate skill, knowledge and expertise in social work practice, theoretical perspectives, social systems, legislation and policies.
You demonstrate an ability to participate in the planning and evaluation of local service improvement initiatives and contribute to student skill enhancement.
You effectively participate in social work and multidisciplinary teams and to communicate, negotiate and advocate across teams, the organisation and external agencies.
What we offer
Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 p.a. is comprised of:
An hourly rate between $43.68 – $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
Vaccination 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.
For assistance
Contact
Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH5I
Applications close: Tuesday, 30 September 2025
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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