Social Worker

 Psychologist/Clinical Psychologist – Casual

Caring, compassionate, & patient-focused? Do these characteristics describe you?

About the role: 
Pine Rivers Private Hospital offers an exciting opportunity to work within a well-established and highly supportive Allied Health Team. 

We are looking for a Social Worker with passion for excellence in patient care to join our team.

Working independently with the patients and as a multidisciplinary team member of mental health professionals; and to liaise closely with the treating psychiatrist.  You will offer a broad range of therapeutic services.

About Pine Rivers

Pine Rivers Private Hospital (PRPH) is a 70 bed acute Mental Health Hospital located 22km north of Brisbane. It provides a range of highly regarded inpatient, day patient and specialty Mental Health Services. We have an established Allied Health team consisting of experienced Psychologists, Social Worker, RNs, Exercise Physiologist and a Yoga teacher.  The team also works closely with nursing and admitting psychiatrists to provide optimal and comprehensive patient care.  PRPH provides a supportive working environment, educational opportunities, free on-site and off-site parking nearby and subsidised meals.

Key responsibilities:

• Providing psychosocial assessment, guidance and advocacy for patients and families.
• Address emotional, social and practical needs of patients and carers.
• Assist with navigating health and community services.
• Coordinate safe and supportive discharge planning, including support with housing, finances, community supports and mental health services, along with providing referrals and advocacy to ensure continuity of care and reduce post-discharge barriers.
• Skill building to enhance self-efficacy.
• Contribution to a multidisciplinary approach to patient centred, and trauma informed, care.
• Risk assessment and crisis management
• Opportunity to contribute to the Inpatient group therapy program

Essential Criteria

• Appropriate Tertiary qualifications in Social Work

•  Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers

• Understanding of, and experience in supporting patients with, mental health concerns

• Ability to work autonomouslyWell-developed communication skills and interpersonal skills

• Excellent organisation, time management and self-management skills

• Highly developed communication skills and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work within and provide Social Work-related leadership within a multidisciplinary team

• Commitment to ongoing education and the provision of evidence-based practice.

Desired:

• Recognised endorsement as AASW Accredited Mental Health Social Worker

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

 You'll also benefit from:

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
• Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
•  Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives

Applications close:  7/8/2026

To apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to Please contact Wendy Howarth (Allied Health Team Leader) or Julie Huntington (Allied Health Manager) on 3881 7289.

Please include a cover letter and a CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees.

More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker. 

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