Title:  Social Worker - Early Stroke Discharge

Social Worker Grade 2 – Early Stroke Discharge 

• Temporary full-time until January 2027 | 5 weeks annual leave + monthly day off included (part-time applicants will also be considered)
• Work across Peter James Centre and Angliss Hospital in an exciting and innovative ambulatory clinical service
• Supportive workplace culture | Focus on employee wellbeing and development 

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and enthusiastic Grade 2 Social Worker to join our Early Stroke Discharge (ESD) team. Working within a supportive multidisciplinary environment, you will play a key role in helping patients transition successfully from bed-based rehabilitation services back to their own homes.

The ESD service delivers community-based multidisciplinary care six days a week through both ambulatory and bed substitution models. Services are provided across two Eastern Health sites, Peter James Centre (Burwood East) and Angliss Community Rehabilitation Centre (Upper Ferntree Gully), with care delivered in patients' homes and/or within our centres. Our team of 14 staff members provides services across the Eastern Health catchment area, fostering a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

This position is based across both the Peter James Centre in Burwood East and the Angliss Community Rehabilitation Centre in Upper Ferntree Gully Monday to Friday. Part-time applicants are encouraged to apply, with the possibility of a job share arrangement also available.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• Experience and interest in neurological rehabilitation.
• Strong commitment to high-quality patient centred care in direct practice and group work. 
• Clinical skills in managing a complex caseload using a client-centred approach.
• High level communication skills, both written and oral, to enable development of a good rapport with clients and staff.

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role, and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

About Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program 
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 
• Study and professional development leave 
• Friendly and supportive teams
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion 
• Fitness passport for work-life balance 
• Employee assistance program accessible to you and your loved ones 
• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements 
• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 
• Access to private health insurance offers 
• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 
• Cafes at all our hospitals 

Next steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference and are eligible to work in Australia. We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates. If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency applications.

Please click here to view the Position Description.

Contact Person: Ricky Hansen (ESD Team Leader) or Teresa Donegan (Senior Social Worker)

Contact Number: 0428 991 571 (Ricky) or 0429 978 016 (Teresa)

Contact Email: Ricky.Hansen@easternhealth.org.au or Teresa.Donegan@easternhealth.org.au

Job Posting End Date: Wednesday 2 September 2026

Need help submitting your application?

Contact the Hiring Manager listed in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (option 1) for support.

Click here for the Candidate Guide for help with our recruitment process!

Our Values in Action

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day