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Social Worker Senior


Rockhampton

Are you a passionate and empathetic Social Worker eager to create a positive impact on the lives of the elderly? We are seeking a motivated Senior Social Worker to join our aged care assessment team in sunny Rockhampton!

In this role, you will be essential in guiding the elderly through the assessment process, ensuring they receive the appropriate support and services to enhance their quality of life. Your expertise will help maintain their independence and dignity, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored care solutions.

If you excel in a fast-paced environment, possess excellent communication skills, and are committed to advocating for our elderly community members, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career and make an impactful l difference. Apply now!

Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification HP4
Workplace Location Rockhampton region
Job ad reference QLD/RK5G647591
Closing date 21-Jul-2025
Job duration
Contact person Grace Hinder
Contact details 4932 5124
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About us:

Aged Care Assessment (ACA) is a multi-disciplinary team of nursing and allied health clinicians whose main function is to assess frail clients 65 years and over and Indigenous clients 50 years and over for:

  • Permanent Residential Aged Care
  • Respite Residential Aged Care
  • Home Care Package Program in the community
  • Transition Care Program (12-week community rehabilitation program – therapy and case management intervention from direct hospital discharge – with 24 hours)
  • Short Term Restorative Care (8-week community rehabilitation program – community therapy intervention for aged functional decline)

About the role:

The Social Worker for the Aged Care Assessment (ACA) is the Senior in the team who provides leadership and training support to the Clinicians within ACA.  This is a leadership position.

The Social Worker Senior works within the Aged Care Assessment (ACA) completing ACA assessments in hospital or community settings according to Commonwealth guidelines and the Aged Care Act 1997, bringing a Social Work focus to the multi-disciplinary team and to client care, and referring frail aged clients to appropriate service provision.

The Social Worker Senior – ACA provides comprehensive assessment and care planning which focuses on client health and health related needs following a wellness and reablement model of practice.

About you:

  • The successful applicant must hold a tertiary qualification, or equivalent in Social Work.
  • Previous Aged Care Assessment experience would be an advantage.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $157,359 is comprised of:

  • An hourly rate between $64.64 - $69.55 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

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) 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.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

  1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
  2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5G647591

Applications close: Monday, 21 July 2025

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