East Grampians Health Service is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Social Worker to join our dedicated team and provide high-quality social work services to our community.
This is a full-time position, 38 hours per week.
About Us
East Grampians Health Service is based in Ararat and Willaura (Regional Victoria) and takes its name from the magnificent mountain range that provides a backdrop to both townships. We are committed to providing quality care and services that meet the needs of the community, whilst continuously striving for improvement and aiming to lead the way in provision of health related services:
East Grampians Health Service aims to meet the needs of the community by offering a vast array of services based at the community health centre in Ararat. We also offer outreach services to Willaura, Lake Bolac and Elmhurst. Our services include dental, physiotherapy, exercise physiology, occupational therapy, podiatry, speech pathology, dietetics, diabetes education and social work. These services support other clinical areas including our acute and residential aged care patients. Our community health centre also hosts speciality clinics such as consulting suites for our visiting surgeons and maternal child and health.
What We Offer
* Regional Lifestyle –
* A variety of employee benefits
* Ongoing professional development and career opportunities
About The Role
This role is part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, including physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, occupational therapists, dietitians, podiatrists, a health promotion officer, a speech pathologist, social workers, allied health assistants, and maternal child and health nurses, all co-located in the Community Health Centre. You will work with a diverse range of clients across community, paediatrics, acute, aged care, and palliative care settings.
Although an experienced social worker would be preferred, EGHS is also open to an applicant in their early career or a new graduate. If a new graduate is successful, they will be supported through a graduate program that includes professional development, external support, and clinical supervision to assist in their ongoing growth and success in the role.
About You
* Bachelor of Social Work
* Eligible for membership with AASW
Appointment is subject to immunisation clearance and current and satisfactory Employment Checks (Police and Working With Children Checks and NDIS Worker Screening Check).
East Grampians Health Service is an equal opportunity employer.
For more information please contact Christine Perry, Allied Health Manager, at 03 5352 9327.
Please ensure you address the selection criteria, attach an up to date resume including two business referees by close of business Monday 9th March 2026.