Social Worker (Grade 2), MND Clinic

Employment Type -  Permanent Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 32 

Job Category - Other Professionals - Social Work

Req Id - 8007 

• Work within a specialised multidisciplinary MND service
• Enjoy professional development opportunities within a leading regional health service
• Permanent Part Time 32 hours per fortnight

About the role

As the Grade 2 Social Worker within the Motor Neuron Disease (MND) Clinic, you will provide specialist Social Work assessment, intervention and ongoing support to clients living with progressive neurological diseases, particularly MND.

Working collaboratively with the MND Clinic Coordinator and multidisciplinary team, you will support clients and families to navigate complex care needs across hospital, community and disability services. The role focuses on delivering evidence-based, person-centred care while promoting continuity of care and improved quality of life for clients across the Barwon South West region.

You will also contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, professional leadership and the supervision and support of students and less experienced staff.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive Social Work assessment, care planning and ongoing support for clients and families living with MND
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with internal and external providers to ensure continuity of care
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and evidence-based clinical practice initiatives
• Provide education, supervision and professional support to students and multidisciplinary team members

What we’re looking for

• AASW accredited Social Work qualification with eligibility for current AASW membership
• Demonstrated experience working with people living with progressive neurological diseases, particularly MND
• Strong communication, problem-solving and multidisciplinary collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently while managing complex client needs within a community and ambulatory care setting

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Attractive salary packaging benefits
  • Living expenses capped at $9,010
  • Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here

Diversity and inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au

All appointments are subject to:

• Satisfactory Police Record Check
• Immunisation Status Clearance
• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

Contact person: Cheryl Spiller
Email: cheryl.spiller@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: 0(3) 4215 5679

Application closing date: 04, June 2026