The purpose of this role is to deliver high level Social Work services to patients and their families in the Intensive Care Unit and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

Job details

The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Social Worker- Senior (Intensive Care Unit) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

• Assess complex psychosocial needs of patients and families
• Identify clinical risks using appropriate assessment methods
• Advocate effectively to meet client needs
• Apply knowledge of resources, legislation, and policy

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• A tertiary degree in Social Work
• Membership to Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
• Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Working with Children check (GCH will cover cost)
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
• Available to work weekends / out of hours roster

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Permanent part time (60.8 hrs p.f.)
• Base salary ranging from $64.64 - $69.55 per hour

About Us

Social Work services are provided across all clinical directorates of the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.  It is active in student education and training, providing continuing professional education and training, clinical supervision and research. 

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 10 June 2025

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC639027

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.

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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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• GC639027 - RD (PDF, 569KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 268KB)
  Information Package for Applicants