Drug & Alcohol (Adolescent) Social Worker - Grade 1

westernhea

16 days ago

Melbourne's Western SuburbsFull TimeSocial Work

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Western Health as a Social Worker – Adolescent Drug & Alcohol in United States.

Key Responsibilities

Provide alcohol and other drug assessments and tailored intervention plans Deliver person‑centred, evidence‑.

Coordinate referrals to education, mental health, housing and justice services Contribute to multidisciplinary.

Benefits & Compensation

If you are passionate about youth wellbeing, collaboration and compassionate care, we encourage you to apply.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the Employee Login before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 7 April 2026 Enquiries: Khan Do 0434 936 888 Khanh.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Flexible scheduling available.

Apply to join Western Health as a Social Worker – Adolescent Drug & Alcohol.

Key Skills

Social WorkEarly InterventionAssessmentTherapeutic SupportHarm ReductionWellbeing StrengtheningMultidisciplinary TeamworkPerson-Centred CareEvidence-Based CareCollaborationReferral CoordinationCase PlanningTrauma-Informed PracticeRecovery-Focused PracticeCommunicationComputer Literacy

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor or Master of Social Work with eligibility for AASW membership and demonstrate strong communication skills suitable for working with youth. A commitment to trauma-informed, recovery-focused practice and the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams are essential requirements.

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Position Insights

Social Work — Physician Career Context

This Social Work position at westernhea 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 Melbourne's Western Suburbs.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Social Work, Early Intervention, Assessment, Therapeutic Support, Harm Reduction, Wellbeing Strengthening, Multidisciplinary Teamwork, Person-Centred Care. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The role involves providing alcohol and other drug assessments and developing tailored intervention plans for young people aged 12–25 experiencing substance use issues. Key duties include delivering person-centred, evidence-based care focused on early intervention and coordinating referrals across v...

Benefits package: Competitive Public Sector Salary, Flexible Work Options, Scholarships and Learning Grants, Structured Supervision, Professional Development. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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