Social Worker - Brain Injury Rehabilitation Community & Home - South

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Daw Park
• Salary AHP2 $88,255 to $102,240 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Part Time, temporary role to 6 March 2026

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team, providing high-quality care to clients with complex brain injuries. You will support clients and families from diverse backgrounds, helping them maximise independence and quality of life.

In addition to clinical work, you will mentor less experienced social workers and students, contribute to education and service improvements, and may assist in representing the discipline in development initiatives. If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

For more information about the role, and essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required, please refer to the role description.

About You

We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Social Worker with a strong commitment to client-centred care. You will bring expertise in supporting adults with neurological disorders and thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

• Qualifications – Appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification, eligible for full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers.
• Clinical Skills – Experience in social work assessment and treatment, with sound professional judgement and problem-solving abilities.
• Communication & Teamwork – Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to Excellence – Strong organisational skills, a commitment to professional development, and the ability to support clients from diverse backgrounds with sensitivity and respect.

If you are passionate about making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best. Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories, our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Relocation support: Up to $10,000 reimbursement of approved relocation expenses for transitioning to CALHN, for eligible applicants. Further information can be found here.
• Annual leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation each year.
• Flexible work arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Health and fitness benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
• Career opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

CALHN is an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application information:

• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Monday 28th April 2025

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