Social Worker (Grade 2)

• Permanent Full Time, 80 hours per fortnight

• Located at Peninsula University Hospital, Frankston

• Classification: Social Worker Grade 2, Year 1-4 (SC21-24 *) plus super 

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. 

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.  

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.  

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026. 

The Team & Role 

As a Grade 2 Social Worker at Peninsula University Hospital, you are responsible for delivering high quality assessment and interventions to patients and families.

This role requires an ability to complete comprehensive psychosocial assessments, risk assessments and provide support whilst working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary team members and external services, with a particular focus on proactive discharge planning.  

You will also provide clinical consultation, guidance and supervision to Grade 1 Social Workers and Social Work students.

Skills & Experience Required 

•  Bachelor Degree or Qualifying Masters in Social Work & be eligible for AASW membership.

• Two or more years post-qualifying professional experience in a hospital or related setting.  

• Proven ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and/or students.

• Demonstrated excellence in comprehensive assessment, discharge planning and counselling.

• Advanced demonstrated knowledge and application of Social Work theory.

• Demonstrated skills and good working knowledge of community support services.

• Established computer literacy skills.

• Current Drivers Licence.

Benefits  

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities 

• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking  

• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing 

• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots 

• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport 

• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program 

• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners 

• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders 

Next Steps