Deliver high level Social Work services to patients and their families in Renal (Home Therapies and Dialysis) and the Putting Patients First Weekend Service and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

Job details

The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Social Worker – Senior (Renal Services and Weekend Service) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-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

• Identify and assess the complex psychosocial needs of patients/consumers families and carers
• Apply differential assessment methods to identify clinical risk appropriate to the client group
• Provide high level clinical advice to professional and operational supervisors
• Assist the Social Work leadership team to ensure the effective functioning of the service
• Participate on relevant committees and contribute to service improvement activities

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• Tertiary degree in Social Work
• Eligibility for membership to the 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
• Blue Card/Working with children check (GCH will cover cost)
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

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

Salary

• Permanent full time
• Base salary ranging from $128 169 - $137 918 per annum

About Us

Social Work services are provided across all clinical directorates of the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service (GCHHS). Social Workers within acute health service streams at Gold Coast University Hospital (GCUH), Robina Hospital and Tugun Satellite Health Centre report operationally and professionally to the Director of Social Work and Support Services through the Assistant Directors of Social Work.

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 Thursday, 28 May 2026

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: GC683064

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.

• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  GC683064 - RD (PDF)