Social Worker (Part Time, 12-Month Contract) | South Bunbury

For Purpose Aged Care, a not-for-profit provider, is seeking a compassionate and experienced Social Worker to join our brand-new South Bunbury residential aged care team on a part-time, 12-month contract.

In this rewarding role, you will provide person-centred psychosocial support, advocacy, and case management to residents and their families, helping them navigate important life transitions with dignity, respect, and confidence. A key focus will be supporting residents transitioning from hospital into short-term residential aged care.

At Purpose Aged Care, we live our values every day:

Collaboration | Accountability | Respect | Empathy

About the Role

- You will work closely with residents, families, the multidisciplinary team, and external stakeholders to:

- Conduct psychosocial assessments and identify support needs.
- Provide case management and transition planning.
- Support residents and families to understand aged care and living options.
- Coordinate referrals to health, community, and government services.
- Assist residents experiencing grief, loss, social isolation, or adjustment challenges.
- Facilitate family meetings and care planning discussions.
- Advocate for resident rights, dignity, choice, and wellbeing.
- Contribute to multidisciplinary care planning and quality improvement initiatives.

About You

To be successful, you will have:

- Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent qualification.
- Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
- Experience within health, aged care, community, disability, or related services.
- Strong communication, counselling, advocacy, and relationship-building skills.
- Knowledge of aged care legislation and quality standards.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Current National Police Check (within 12 months).

Desirable:

- Residential aged care experience.
- Knowledge of dementia and palliative care.
- Current Driver's Licence.

Why Join Us?

Salary packaging benefits of up to $18,500 per year.
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older Australians.
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Ongoing professional development opportunities.
Access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
If you're passionate about supporting older people to live with dignity, independence, and choice, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help make every transition a positive one.