Social Health Educator
Learning & Development
Permanent Part time, up to 50 hours per fortnight
Social Worker Grade 3 Year 1 (SC31 - $52.70 p/h)
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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Learning and Development Unit at West Gippsland Healthcare Group in the role of Social Health Educator. This is a permanent part time position, up to 50 hours per fortnight.
Reporting to the Learning and Development Manager, you will work within a motivated and dedicated team that provides support to the organisation over a wide range of education and development services, including but not limited to in-service education, development and delivery of training programs, and staff development education, especially in the area of Family Violence and Child Safety training.
We are seeking expressions of interest from motivated, experienced and enthusiastic people with a passion for learning and development to work collaboratively in providing high-quality learning opportunities, using a range of modalities that support and enable participants to practice as safe, confident and accountable professionals.
This stimulating role would suit an experienced Social worker who has clinical expertise in the area of Family Violence and Child Safety and is flexible, solutions-focused, committed to quality, willing to accept a challenge and enjoys working within a team that is dedicated to providing great service to their client group.
Our preferred candidate will have:
* Degree in Social Work
* Eligibility of membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers
* Extensive experience in Social Work, no less than 5 years
* Demonstrated experience in clinical education, development and supervision in the relevant area and/or inter-disciplinary field
* Evidence of ongoing professional development in education/clinical education
* Experience in the field of Child Protection and Family Violence.
The following experience/qualifications would be considered advantageous:
* Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint and Excel
* Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) or currently studying towards this qualification, or relevant tertiary qualification in education
IMPORTANT: Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) will be required to be provided prior to commencement.
About our organisation
Did you know that our Warragul hospital is conveniently located just a 30-minute drive from Pakenham, with a stress-free commute along the freeway? What's more, the Baw Baw Shire is one of the fastest-growing Local Government Areas in the country.
While our hospital may be ageing, our most precious asset is not the building but the exceptional quality of care delivered by our remarkable staff. Joining us means becoming part of a team that's more than just colleagues; we're a friendly and welcoming family. At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we believe in caring for our community because we are the community.
At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we take pride in our commitment to fostering diversity and equality within our team. We warmly welcome applications from every corner of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI community, and those with first-hand experience of living with a disability. Your unique perspective and background are valuable to us, and we look forward to your application.
Who wouldn't want to be part of such a remarkable journey? So, dust off your CV and prepare to embark on an inspiring career with us here at West Gippsland Health. Your future awaits
West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include:
* Flexible working arrangements
* Professional development opportunities
* Access to employee assistance program
* Salary packaging
* Free Parking
Working with us
All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police Record Clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six-month probationary period applies to all new appointments.
Further details and how to apply
Further information is contained in the Position Description. Applications must be submitted via and must include a current CV, a response to the selection criteria (Key Competencies) and a cover letter. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. If you have any further queries, please contact Jerin Jose, Learning and Development Manager on
Applications for this position close on Sunday, 20 January 2026.
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As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.
As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, well-being and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.