Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Grade in advertisement
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Barwon South West - Warrnambool
Reference: VG/1912062
Are you a passionate Social Worker looking to make a difference in women's health while enjoying an excellent work-life balance? This is your chance to work in the stunning coastal town of Warrnambool with our dedicated Social Work and Counselling team at the Women's Health Services.
Position overview
About the role
This role provides specialised psychosocial support to women and families during the pregnancy period, with a focus on early identification and management of risk and psychosocial needs. Key responsibilities include mental health screening, family violence response, complex risk assessment, and care coordination for women with high-risk or complex needs.
You will provide advanced clinical expertise, leadership and consultation to multidisciplinary teams, ensuring integrated, high-quality, woman-centred care across the perinatal continuum.
Your key responsibilities
What you bring
What we offer
You will enjoy benefits such as:
Who we are
As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.
SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.
SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, re habilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.
To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/
How to apply
Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 22 March 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
For any queries regarding the role please contact Natalie Jeremias - Manager Social Work and Counselling Department - [email protected]
Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026.
The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
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