Grade 2 Social Worker jobs

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Social Worker - Grade 2
Req ID: 7804
Posting Start Date: 14/07/2026
Advertisement End Date: 11/08/2026
Work Location: The RMH Parkville (City campus)

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Job Description:
Grade 2 Social Worker - Community Therapy Service

Full time, Ongoing with ADO
Join the talented team of Social Workers at RMH
Contribute to the innovative Home First approach in the Community Therapy Service (CTS)

About The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH)

Join one of Victoria's leading public health services and make a meaningful impact as part of our innovative Home First program. This role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality Social Work services within a well-supported, multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing person-centred care in the community.

As a valued member of the Community Therapy Service (CTS), you will work alongside experienced clinicians while contributing to the supervision and education of social work students and junior staff. You will be supported by an experienced leadership team, including the Social Work Manager, Grade 4 Clinical Lead, and Grade 3 Senior Clinician.

The RMH Social Work Department comprises more than 40 staff working across the City and Royal Park campuses, delivering services across acute, sub-acute, and community settings in a wide range of clinical specialties.

About the Role

In this role, you will:
Deliver high-quality, client-centred Social Work services to consumers participating in the Community Therapy Service (CTS), undertaking comprehensive psychosocial assessments and developing targeted intervention plans.
Provide specialised Social Work interventions, including risk assessment, care coordination, advocacy, counselling, and family and group work.
Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve positive outcomes for consumers and their families.
Contribute to the ongoing development of the CTS through quality improvement initiatives, teaching, research, and policy or program development.
Support workforce development by supervising junior Social Workers, students, and Allied Health Assistants, while contributing to the growth and excellence of the Social Work profession.
Receive ongoing professional support, supervision, and development from the Social Work Manager, Grade 4 Clinical Lead, and Grade 3 Senior Clinician.

About you

Qualified and experienced Social Worker (either current member or current eligibility for AASW) with demonstrated clinical skills in the sub-acute hospital setting and/or community rehabiliation
An adaptable quick learner with proven ability to work autonomously
Effectively deliver excellent consumer focussed clinical care to patients and their carers
Experience and skills to mentor and supervise junior staff

Benefits of working with the RMH

You will enjoy excellent work-life balance. We want you to stay long term!
Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Programs including; Employee Assistance Program, Peer Support Program - run by our dedicated employees.
Work alongside highly trained staff whilst providing compassionate and supportive care for all members of the community.
Career progression opportunities to suit your professional development goals.
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Interested? Click on the apply button! Recruitment is ongoing, and interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

For a confidential discussion please connect via the details below.

Name and Contact: Nick Vossos - 0455 223 988

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards .

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

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