# Social Worker (Transitional Care Program)**Queensland Health** (Organisation site) SouthportProvide Social Work services to older clients in accordance with professional standards, within a community setting and as a member of the multidisciplinary Transition Care Program (TCP).## Job details| | || --- | --- || Position status | Fixed Term Temporary || Position type | Part-time || Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support || Classification | HP3 || Workplace Location | Gold Coast || Job ad reference | QLD/GC696475 || Closing date | 19-Nov-2026 || Salary Other | $42.27 - $60.89 p.h. || Job duration | 6 months with possibility of extension || Contact person | Peter Drayson || Contact details | (07) 5687 9250 Access the National Relay Service |**The Role**An opportunity has become available for a **Social Worker (Transitional Care Program)** to join **Gold Coast Health** (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.**You will*** Provide an efficient and responsive social work service appropriate to a patient group and their families/carers* Undertake case management of clients including the coordination of internal and brokered services* Home visits and visits to other Gold Coast Health sites are a part of this role* Receive clinical practice supervision from the Transition Care Program Senior Social Worker* Develop clinical practice knowledge and expertise through active learning within the team**About you**To be successful in this position you will require:* Tertiary degree in Social Work* Eligible for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)* Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B* Tuberculosis screening,



to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required* Driver Licence* Aged Care Check (GCH will cover cost)* Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed* Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)**Benefits*** Flexible work options* Career Development* Salary Packaging* Modern Facilities* Diverse Work Culture* Research Opportunities* 12.75% super* 17.5% leave loading**Salary*** Temporary part time (up to six months with possibility of extension, 45.6 hours per fortnight)* Base salary ranging from $42.27 - $60.89 per hour**About Us**The Transition Care Program (TCP) operates within the Integrated Care Services service Line in the Emergency and Specialty Services (ESS) Division. The TCP is a goal oriented restorative program that provides short term and active management for older people who have been hospitalised and who require more time and support in a non-hospital environment to complete their recovery.**About Gold Coast Health*** Nationally and internationally recognised location for cutting-edge medical research and health care* Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion* More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts* Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities* Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle* A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best* Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong**How to Apply**Click APPLY to submit your application by ***Thursday, 19 November 2026.****Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.***Job Ad reference:** GC696475*Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.*
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📌 Social Worker (Transitional Care Program) (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 Health
📍 City of Gold Coast