Are you an experienced Social Worker looking to delve into clinical excellence and management? This may be your chance!

The Social Work Advanced Clinical Lead provides expert clinical support across the CQ Health, overseeing daily operations within Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast, and Mt Morgan. Working in line with Queensland Health and departmental goals, whilst collaborating with the Director of Social Work and team leads. The role aims to enhance social work services and patient care through advanced clinical practice, leadership, quality improvement, education, and research.

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Job details

About us:

Social Workers recognise the impact of the socioeconomic, cultural, psychological and political determinants on a person's health and overall wellbeing. Social work focuses on enhancing a person's social and emotional functioning through targeted specialised interventions and mobilising services and supports.

Our Social Workers work in hospital and community facilities across Gladstone, Biloela, Emerald, Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton regions.

About the role:

To provide clinical expertise across the broad continuum of health, leadership, and professional supervision within the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS), and support daily operational management for Social Work services within Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast and Mt Morgan business unit. These duties are conducted in accordance with Queensland Health, CQHHS and departmental goals, and in consultation with the Director of Social Work and Professional/Team Leads across CQHHS.

About you:

• Possession of a degree qualification in Social Work from a recognised tertiary institution and eligibility for professional membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
  • Applicants must not have any ethical matters outstanding that may otherwise preclude eligibility for professional membership with the AASW.
  • Overseas applicants must obtain a letter from the AASW confirming eligibility for professional membership and provide a copy with their position application.
  • The successful applicant must maintain their continuing professional development at a level that would at least meet the accreditation standards of the AASW. As Social Work is a self-regulated profession the successful applicant is required to participate in Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service credentialing and defining scope of clinical practice processes.
  • The successful applicant is required to uphold the AASW Practice Standards 2013 and, if applicable, the AASW Practice Standards for Mental Health Social Workers 2014 and abide by the AASW Code of Ethics.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $172,615 is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $73.12 - $76.30 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) RK5I657994

Applications close: Monday, 22 September 2025

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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.

• RK5I657994 - Social Worker Advanced - Clinical Lead (PDF, 344KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants