Fixed Term Part Time – 68 hours per fortnight (negotiable)
Available from 9th February 2026 to 29th May 2026
An exciting and rewarding opportunity is available for a suitably qualified Social Worker to join the Allied Health team at Portland District Health.
In the role of community Social worker you are responsible for delivering safe and effective clinical care that requires a higher level of clinical decision making that is relevant to social work practice. You practice and deliver social work services across acute, sub-acute, outpatient and community-based settings, and by negotiation for the public funded residential aged care facility, within Portland District Health.
As PDH Welfare worker you will provide practical assistance with housing referrals, Centrelink application/support, NDIS application support, VPTAS claims. As part of your role, you may undertake carer assessments and referrals to community providers / services. You may also assist consumers and or their family / caregivers to apply to My Aged Care for services / supports.
Role may also include some hours in intake role.
About you:
* Possession of a tertiary qualification in social work with membership or eligibility of membership with Australian Association of Social Workers
* Possession of a Qualification in Welfare Studies with membership or eligibility of membership with Australian Institute of Welfare and Community Workers (AIWCW).
* Demonstrated and significant level of clinical knowledge, skills, and leadership experience in social work
* Demonstrated clinical assessment and analysis skills and knowledge, and ability to implement indicated treatments for individuals and groups.
* Knowledge and understanding of the role of Welfare Officer in an acute / sub-acute rehab setting an or community setting.
* Demonstrated ability to provide a Welfare service, including knowledge and experience in assessment for services.
Please click here to view Position Description for Social Worker.
Please click here to view Position Description for Welfare Worker.
About us:
Portland District Health (PDH) provides an integrated health service for the community. The hospital was established in 1856 on the current site and now provides a comprehensive range of services that include:
* Hospital based Medical and Surgical services, Medical Imaging (Radiology), Pharmacy and Pathology
* A 24/7 Urgent Care Centre for emergency treatment
* Residential aged care for 30 residents at Harbourside Lodge
* An extensive range of primary and community services for the local community
PDH delivers services from a single campus, employs around 470 staff with an FTE of approximately 290, and has an active volunteer workforce. The People and Culture Unit sits within the Corporate Services Directorate, with other Units including Finance, Building Services, Food Services, Environmental Services, Executive Support, Administration and Health Information.
Additional Benefits:
* Salary Packaging
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
* Social Club
* Free parking
* GMHBA health insurance corporate rate
* Flexible working conditions
* Employee Assistance program
* Wellbeing Initiatives
The Region – Glenelg Shire:
Appreciate the beautiful surroundings of the Glenelg Shire, trek the Great South West Walk, Bridgewater Bay's rugged coastline, or explore Budj Bim (a World Heritage site) and Mount Richmond National Park.
Affordable coastal, rural and low density urban housing, a choice or private and public primary and secondary school makes Portland an ideal place to work, live and raise a family. To find out more about Portland visit the Glenelg Shire and I Am Portland websites.
How to apply:
Applications are through PDH website and must include:
* A letter which tells us who you are and why you should be our next team member. Look at the selection criteria in the position description for some ideas.
* A resume outlining your education, experience and work related achievements. Confirmation your employment and experience have set you up with skills needed to be successful in this role.
* Details of at least two professional referees. We will be asking them questions about you as an employee, they need to be able to provide feedback on your performance.
Applications from employment agencies may be submitted, however, PDH will not accept liability for the agency costs and fees.
The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
* Police Record Check
* Current Victorian Working with Children's' check
* Right to work in Australia
* Current Immunisation status. This role must meet the requirements of the Portland District Health Immunisation Policy.
Applications close: Monday 26th August 2026 at 12.00pm
Portland District Health encourage and welcome applications from First Nation People, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.