Social Worker Team Leader (Grade 3)

austinheal

1 day ago

United StatesFull TimeSocial Work

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Job Description

About the Role

Join austinheal as a Social Worker Team Leader (Grade 3) in United States. Are you a current Austin Health employee? If yes, please log in to the Austin Health careers website via ‘Employee Login’ using your network login details to search, view and apply for all career opportunities available.

Key Responsibilities

will be responsible for providing operational leadership, clinical support and direct clinical social work services to patients.

will be someone who has excellent communication skills, with a strong commitment to excellence in patient care.

provide services to Austin Health patients and their families/carers which assist in the minimisation of the.

Provide clinical leadership to ensure effective team performance, provide expert clinical advice to other cl.

Benefits & Compensation

Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day.

Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including: Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation.

A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program.

Onsite childcare at Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and car parking options.

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join austinheal as a Social Worker Team Leader (Grade 3).

Key Skills

Clinical leadershipOperational managementPatient assessmentIntervention skillsDischarge planningConsultationReferralRisk assessmentCollaborative care planningCoachingStrategic planningPolicy developmentEvidence-based practiceCommunication skillsSocial work

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in Social Work and be eligible for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). A minimum of 7 years of clinical expertise in a relevant field is required, along with advanced skills in patient assessment and intervention.

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Position Insights

Social Work — Physician Career Context

This Social Work position at austinheal is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Clinical leadership, Operational management, Patient assessment, Intervention skills, Discharge planning, Consultation, Referral, Risk assessment. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The Team Leader provides operational leadership, clinical support, and direct social work services to patients at the Austin Hospital. They also assist the Department Manager with strategic planning, policy development, and the supervision of junior clinicians.

Benefits package: Salary packaging, Superannuation, Wellness initiatives, Discounted fitness memberships, Health insurance offers, Wellbeing program, Onsite childcare, Mentoring. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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