Social Worker Grade 3 Alfred Health Trauma Service

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Fixed Term Position Until December 2025 Parental Leave Coverage 

• Full Time at 80 hrs per f/n

• Social Worker, Grade 3 

• Trauma Social Work Service at Alfred Hospital

The Department

The Social Work Department operates in accordance with the philosophy and goals of The Alfred. A focus on the quality of life and participation in care is a primary goal of the Department.
Under the direction of the Manager of the Social Work Department, the following services are provided:

• Social Work

Social Work aims to identify and address the psychosocial impacts of illness and hospitalisation for patients and their families by providing a range of services that increase the quality of life and participation in care. Social Work also assists patients and their families transition smoothly from hospital to home.

The Role

Exciting Full-Time Opportunity for an Experienced Gr 3 Social Worker at Alfred Hospital – Fixed Term Until December 2025

Join a dedicated team in the Trauma Social Work Service at Alfred Hospital and make a real difference in the lives of patients and their families. We’re seeking an experienced Social Worker (Grade 3) with advanced skills and hospital experience to provide crucial support in the Trauma Service, offering client-centred care through counselling, advocacy, and guidance throughout the patient journey.  As part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary team, you’ll play a key role in conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments, coordinating safe discharge plans, and ensuring continuity of care. Your expertise will help reduce hospital stays, prevent readmissions, and improve patient outcomes while working closely with families, external stakeholders, and the wider medical team.

Key Highlights:

• Full-time, fixed-term role until December 2025

• Opportunity to work within a leading trauma service at Alfred Health 

• Work autonomously while ensuring high-quality care  

• Supervisory role with opportunities to mentor staff and students

• Access to career development, training, and ongoing professional support

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in psychosocial assessments and advocacy

• Strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to manage sensitive issues

• Hospital setting experience and understanding of electronic medical records

• Strong understanding of working with patients in a Trauma and Acute health setting

• Leadership experience 

• Availability to work one weekend day per month

• At least 7years clinical experience in Social work is essential for this role 

Staff Benefits:

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing

• Discounted Health Insurance

• Onsite Gym & Staff Parking (subject to availability)

• Career growth and mentoring opportunities

• A positive, collaborative work environment within a multidisciplinary team

If you're passionate about making a positive impact in a fast-paced hospital environment, we encourage you to apply.

Applications Close: 10 March 2025

For inquiries, please contact Jasito Joseph- Social work Trauma Team Leader on 9076 3026.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

All Alfred Health employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza with a TGA approved vaccine and must provide evidence of their vaccination status. This is in accordance with the Victorian Minister of Health’s Mandatory Vaccination Orders for COVID-19 and legislated requirement for influenza vaccination.    

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au