Senior Social Worker

Closes: 29 September 2026

Classification: Health Professional Level 4
Salary: $127,597 - $141,511 plus superannuation
Position No: 44729
Directorate:Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 01 September 2026
Contact Officer: Sally Patrick on Sally.Patrick@act.gov.au or 0466 855 762

Details: The Senior Social Worker is an identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander position within Clinical Practice, Engagement and Wellbeing Support Services. The role delivers high-level social work services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people and families experiencing complex social, emotional, wellbeing and educational challenges that impact engagement in learning.

The Senior Social Worker undertakes complex psychosocial assessment, provides evidence-based interventions, case management and consultation services, and works collaboratively with schools, families, community organisations and government agencies to improve student wellbeing, participation and educational outcomes. The position contributes specialist social work expertise to multidisciplinary service delivery and supports strategic initiatives that strengthen inclusive and equitable education outcomes.

The role provides cultural leadership and guidance across multidisciplinary teams, promoting culturally safe, responsive and inclusive practices for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families. The Senior Social Worker brings vital cultural knowledge a…