Social Worker - Grade 2

Date: 23 Jun 2026

Location

Shepparton, VIC, AU, 3630

Company

Goulburn Valley Health

Ref ere nce n umber: 2730

Employment type: 24 hours Part Time Fixed Term to 30/06/2027 & 16 hours Part Time Permanent

Hours per fortnight: 64 in total

Classification: Social Worker Grade 2, Year 1 - 4 (SC21 - SC24)

Location: Graham Street

Closing date: 20/07/2026

For a confidential conversation please contact: Karen Dyer on ***email_hidden*** or Neya Kibman on [email protected]

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Social Work Department at GV Health. In this position you will enjoy working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team in the Sub Acute setting providing a Social Work service in the Mary Coram Rehabilitation Unit and Patient Flow and Access Unit. This position will also provide a Social Work service across the acute units including Medical, Surgical, Oncology, Maternity, Critical Care, Paediatrics, Emergency and the Outpatient setting.

Working as part of cohesive team, you will be well supported as you manage a diverse caseload providing practical and emotional support to patients and their families to assist in the management of changes to health and well being, whilst contributing to patient flow across the organisation.

We are Looking for

An approved tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)

Demonstrated skills in assessment and the development of intervention options for patients with diverse and complex psychosocial circumstances

Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as an active member of an interdisciplinary team

Demonstrated time management and organisational skills in the management of a clinical case load and clinical responsibilities

Experience in a healthcare setting

Experienced Grade One Social Workers are encouraged to apply.

If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'.

How to apply

External applicants: please click ‘apply now’ to submit your application.

Current employees: please submit your application through the Employee Login on the Careers page. Internal applications can only be accepted via your employee profile: https://careers.gvhealth.org.au/

About GV Health

Goulburn Valley Health is the main health service in our region. Services include; a 24-hour Emergency Department, Surgery, Medical, Women’s and Children’s, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care, Mental Health, Outpatients, community-based health programs and services at Tatura, Rushworth and Euroa.

With more than 3,000 staff, we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance the patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and supporting workforce flexibility.

Visit https://www.gvhealth.org.au/ to learn more.

Our region

Centrally located in Regional Victoria, Greater Shepparton is the ideal place to call home.

A well-rounded lifestyle that is hard to beat, with a vibrant and progressive community that offers the best of both provincial and metropolitan lifestyle in one of Victoria’s most liveable regional cities. Home | Greater Shepparton: Great Things Happen Here

Our benefits

Free Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to our community

Generous salary packaging , subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships

Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance

Paid parental leave

Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals

A confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your loved ones

Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts

Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

Safe, respectful and inclusive workplace:

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQA+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

GV Health has a zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment, sexual harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to fostering a psychologically safe workplace that supports the health, safety and wellbeing of our people. We are also committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.

Pre-employment requirements

Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health.

Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request. GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.

Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.