Social Worker - Senior (Stroke)

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence

Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a dynamic healthcare environment with access to advanced medical practices, research, and specialised expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we support professional development through complex casework, multidisciplinary collaboration, and innovative care.

Career Growth and Development

We provide structured career pathways, secondments, and training programs. Whether advancing in clinical specialties, Digital Health, or leadership, staff benefit from mentorship and strong ties with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

Our community-driven culture promotes collaboration, inclusion, and support. We offer metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional lifestyle—short commutes, diverse facilities, and a close-knit network.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Located in North Queensland, Townsville HHS spans vibrant rural, urban, country, and coastal communities. Staff enjoy affordable living, natural beauty, and outdoor activities in a relaxed setting.

We prioritise wellbeing through flexible work options, job security, and a family-friendly environment—combining regional lifestyle with modern healthcare benefits.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $128,169 to $137,918 p.a. (HP4)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development allowance and leave
• Plus great Salary Sacrificing options 

About your opportunity

The Department of Social Work, within The Townsville Hospital and Health Service, provides comprehensive Social Work services as an integral part of its health care delivery system.

This position will deliver high-level clinical services to stroke patients within the Acute Stroke Unit and associated areas. Working as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, the role aims to optimise psychosocial outcomes for patients, families, and carers, and to ensure effective utilisation of healthcare services.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries: Matt Jackson on (07) 4433 3225.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV674158

Applications close: 01/03/2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.