Social Worker

Work in an environment that offers: 

• Support for career progression and development
• A strong attitude to teaching and learning
• A dynamic and growing health service that embraces new technologies

The Position 

This position works as part of the Allied Health team, and provides Social Work services to Psychiatric Inpatient Services through mental health assessment, treatment and support to patients. All units are staffed by a multi-disciplinary team made up of Psychiatrists, Medical Officers, Nursing staff, Occupational Therapists, Carer & Consumer roles and Social Workers, incorporating aspects of the Safewards model utilising the associated interventions.

Job Reference: 4230

Position Title: Social Worker
Classification: YC42 - YC45
Salary per hour (exc. super): $37.90 - $44.10
Hours per fortnight: 64 Hours
Employment Status: Ongoing Part Time

Other requirements: 2026 Flu Vaccination  

Closing date: 07/07/2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide social work services to inpatients and members of their family/support network
• Work as a member of an inter-disciplinary team involved with assessment, treatment planning, implementation, and recovery focused discharge planning
• Address the issues of support for patients of the service, and their carers and service providers, with social work services aimed towards assisting them to function in the least restrictive environment
• Maintain current knowledge of community services/resources that can assist patients and families
• Carry out comprehensive psychosocial assessments of patients and the family on initial referral
• Examine any “at risk” factors and make appropriate social work intervention
• Refer the patient to other appropriate team members when appropriate
• Liaise with, and refer to, other departments of the Bendigo Health
• Liaise with, and facilitate referrals to, other Community Services
• Participate in group programs to provide opportunity for education and support for patients and their carers
• Liaise with other services and act as an advocate on behalf of patients
• Oversee the development and implementation of reports and applications for a range of medical/legal processes included, but not limited to; VCAT, accommodation, referrals to other services, Office of the Public Advocate, State Trustees, National Disability Scheme and Supported Residential Services
• Active participation in team meetings, organisational meetings, quality activities, staff development, and training and supervision programs as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reports as needed by Bendigo Health
• Act as role model and leader within the discipline of Social Work to peers and junior staff
• Supervision of tertiary student placements as required.

Working with Bendigo Health

Bendigo Health are a leader in regional health care, combining outstanding services with a strong education, training and personal development culture.

Created by our community in the 1850s, we have a long, proud history of delivering excellent care to our community.

Our organisation is diverse, welcoming and committed to delivering our vision to be a trusted regional healthcare service recognised for delivering exceptional care, being a great place to work, and being deeply connected to our community. 

Bendigo Health has around 5000 staff and a catchment area covering a quarter of the size of Victoria. The three main campuses of Bendigo Health are in Bendigo, with many services extended to regional settings including areas such as Mildura, Echuca, Swan Hill, Kyneton and Castlemaine.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits for our staff, including: 

• Staff health and wellbeing programs
• Career development and education opportunities
• Generous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnight
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Use of staff gym and pool and access to other fitness facilities through fitness passport program

If successful for a position at Bendigo Health you must provide evidence of your full immunisation record as part of the on boarding process.

Your New Division 

The Clinical Operations Division encompasses acute,  cancer and mental health services.  We provide a wide range of general medical, surgical and specialty services including but not limited to; Oncology, Cardiology, Renal, Emergency, Women’s and Children’s, Critical Care, Specialist Clinics, Cancer Clinics and Mental Health Services.

Within a state-of-the-art hospital, our Ambulatory and Critical Care, Medical Services, Surgical Services and Women’s and Children’s (including an Early Parenting Centre) areas use the latest technologies to provide excellent care.  Our world class Cancer Centre uses a multi-disciplinary, integrated approach to treat specific cancers. The Cancer Centre offers medical oncology, radiation oncology, specialist nurses, clinical trials and cancer research, palliative care, and a Cancer Wellness Program.

The Mental Health Service provides psychiatric care and treatment across a large catchment covering the Loddon Mallee region. Family sensitive practice is central to our models of mental health care and best practice ensures the identification, inclusion and support of families, carers and children.

Each year our onsite Specialist Clinics provide over 100,000 service events, we also see more than 60,000 people in our Emergency Department and welcome around 1700 babies into the world. The Clinical Operations Division assists with the admission of more than 50,000 patients into the hospital each year.

Bendigo Region

Bendigo is one of Victoria’s largest regional cities making it a great city to live and work in. Bendigo provides services for the region’s population of over 320,000 and so the city offers excellent schools, shopping and cultural precincts, sporting facilities and various tertiary facilities. We can offer generous flexible working arrangements - giving you more time to enjoy the fantastic restaurants, beautiful parks, walking trails and wineries within our region.

Interested?

We’d love to hear from you!  Please ensure that you attach a cover letter and an up-to-date copy of your resume.  

Need more information?  Please contact Rebecca Beesley on 03 5454 8571 for a confidential discussion.  

Diversity and Inclusion

Bendigo Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from a diverse cultural background, people with disabilities and or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Position Description: HERE 

Careers Video Reference: Bendigo Health Careers

Allied Health Credentialing and Scope of Practise: HERE

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