Social Worker

Social Worker

North Western Office or South Eastern Office 

Full Time Basis

• Turn complex challenges into life-changing solutions every day
• Holistic benefits: salary packaging, EAP, staff discounts
• Earn $45.36–$48.81 p/h, aligned to your experience and qualifications

About us
Wintringham is a specialised, non-religious not-for-profit welfare organisation. We provide affordable, high-quality housing, support, aged care and NDIS services to people over 50 who have experienced homelessness or are at risk of homelessness. Our care model is based on empowerment, partnership, and respect for individuality, with a strong commitment to equality and social justice.

Your new role
We are seeking experienced Social Workers to join our team at our North Western Office in Flemington or our South Eastern Office in Braeside. You will deliver specialised social work services and targeted case management interventions to older people who have experienced homelessness or are at risk of homelessness. This role operates within the Support at Home model, providing CHSP and billable services including complex service navigation, crisis intervention, advocacy and emotional support, with the aim of helping older people remain safe and independent at home.

So – what is a day in the life of a Social Worker?
No two days are the same in this dynamic role. You will:

• Deliver specialised social work services including counselling, advocacy, and trauma-informed interventions.
• Navigate complex systems such as aged care, housing, guardianship, and NDIS to support participants.
• Empower participants to maintain independence and wellbeing through tailored support plans and interventions.
• Provide crisis intervention and assertive outreach to connect with marginalised older people.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external providers to ensure holistic care.
• Champion participant rights and inclusion by fostering a culturally safe, welcoming environment.

What's in it for you?
We offer a supportive, inclusive, and flexible workplace with a strong focus on work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Salary packaging: Package your personal expenses up to $15,900
• Continuous development: Access to training and internal recruitment opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing initiatives
• Diversity and inclusion: We welcome applications from all backgrounds

We are looking for candidates with the following:

• Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent social work qualifying degree
• Minimum 3 years' experience working with older people experiencing homelessness or marginalisation
• Highly developed communication skills and ability to engage with people from diverse backgrounds
• Experience in intake, assessment, and managing complex caseloads
• Knowledge of aged care systems, homelessness, CHSP, NDIS, and legal frameworks
• Current Driver's Licence and First Aid Level 2

Desirable:

• Eligibility for AASW
• Postgraduate qualifications in Social Work, leadership and/or ageing
• Experience with trauma-informed practice, mental health, and addictions

How do I apply?
For more information about this exciting role, please view the Position Description here.
Applications can be addressed to the Senior Social Worker and submitted via our website. Please include a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Please upload your documents in PDF format.

Questions? Please contact:

Emma Byrne – Senior Social Worker ) or
Tracey Wegner – Project Manager, Home Support )

Applications close on Sunday 4th of January 2025 at 5pm.

We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences, our Inclusion Statement may be accessed here. We encourage applications from First Nations people, people living with disability, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at

Successful applicants may be required to undergo a NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Records check. Refusal to provide your information to both parties will prevent Wintringham from being able to continue with your application.

Applicants who have lived in a country other than Australia for a period longer than 12 months in the last 10 years may be required to undergo an International Police Check.

Successful candidates will be required to comply with the Wintringham Health and Immunisation policy including having one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment and must provide evidence.