Children & Families Service - Social Worker AHP1/2

Health; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider is looking for a part-time Social Worker to join their supportive team in Salisbury. The ideal candidate will conduct comprehensive assessments and develop tailored strategies for children and families, ensuring high-quality care. Applicants must possess a relevant degree and strong communication skills. This position offers professional growth and development opportunities within a caring environment. Flexible work hours are available to balance your professional and personal life.

Benefits

Salary packaging options

Professional development opportunities

Relocation assistance available

Qualifications

• Eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers required.
• Ability to build trust and rapport essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop tailored intervention strategies.
• Facilitate positive family dynamics through effective communication.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and community services.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Advocacy skills

Education

Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job no: 921803

Work type: Part time

Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Children & Families Service - Gilles Plains and Salisbury locations
• AHP1/2 - Salary: $71,217 - $106,330 p.a. (pro rata) plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits
• Ongoing Part-Time – working 30 hours per week

Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is eager to recruit a Social Worker to work in our dynamic, growing and supportive team, to help us deliver exceptional care to children and their families in our community.

About the Role

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia.

In this role, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team committed to delivering high‑quality, client‑centred care. Your role will involve collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams, assessing complex situations, developing holistic care plans and providing counselling and support to families facing challenging circumstances.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention strategies to address the unique needs of children, families and caregivers.
• Facilitating positive family dynamics through effective communication, advocacy and conflict resolution techniques.
• Collaborating with healthcare professionals, community services and government agencies to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date case records, adhering to professional and organisational standards.

About You

Are you a dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic Social Worker looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network where you will be part of a supportive team delivering high quality care to the community? If so, this could be the opportunity for you. This position will offer you professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture.

You must hold an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification giving eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers. To succeed in this role, you’ll need exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport.

About Us

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high‑quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity and accountability.

Benefits of working at NALHN

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas. To support career progression, NALHN offers professional development opportunities, regular clinical supervision and research participation.

Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for general employment probity, vulnerable person‑related employment and aged care sector screening.

Immunisation Risk for this position is

Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) – SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease policy in the workplace.

Enquiries

Allied Health Facilitator
Phone: [phone]
E‑mail: [e-mail]

Application Closing Date

2 January 2026 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information

921803 - AHP1 Social Worker Children and Families - Role Description.pdf
921803 - AHP2 Social Worker Children and Families - Role Description.pdf

Advertised

12 Dec 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 02 Jan 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 921803