Social Worker

North West Office – Flemington

Full Time, Permanent role

About us

Wintringham is a specialised non-religious not-for-profit welfare organisation. We are committed to providing older people who are at risk or have experienced homelessness with a range of high-quality care, housing and services. We employ more than 1,000 staff across Victoria and Tasmania

Your new role

Reporting to the Senior Social Worker, the Social Worker is responsible for delivering specialised social work support services and targeted case management interventions to older people who have experienced homelessness or are at risk of homelessness. This role operates within the Support at Home model, providing billable services including complex service navigation, crisis intervention, advocacy, and emotional support, with the aim of supporting older people to remain safe and independent at home.  Additionally, this role also provides CHSP -Social Work services to clients.

We are looking for candidates with the following

• Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent.  Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
• Demonstrated experience working in provision of services to people who are ageing, and/or have experienced homelessness, marginalisation, and disadvantage.
• Familiarity with aged care laws, elder rights, and ethical decision-making frameworks.
• Demonstrated knowledge of aged care systems, homelessness, CHSP, NDIS, and legal frameworks like VCAT, Residential Tenancies Act, Coroners Court, and the Aged Care Act.
• Commitment to the organisation and its philosophy of social justice.
• Highly developed communications skills and the ability to engage with people from varying backgrounds and networks.
• Experience in coordinating and delivering care and support services to participants.

What we offer

• Competitive pay ranging from $47.51 to $51.13 (BSc degree is required as per PD) per hour, depending on experience, plus superannuation.
• We are committed to offering an enjoyable, safe and flexible workplace that provides a work-life balance.
• Access to exclusive not-for-profit salary packaging: salary package your personal expenses up to the amount of $15,900.
• Continuous development: we believe in giving our staff the skills they need and have an internal training program for all staff. We offer many growth opportunities and have a strong internal recruitment program.

This sounds great! How do I apply?

For a copy of the position click here. Follow the online application process, submit your resume and a brief cover letter (maximum 1 page) detailing why you are interested in the role.

If you have any job enquiries, please contact Tracey Wegner – Projects Manager Home Support 9108 1133 or my email traceywegner@wintringham.org.au

Applications close Thursday 13^th August 2026 at 5pm.

We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences, our Inclusion Statement may be accessed here. We encourage applications from First Nations people, people living with disability, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@wintringham.org.au

Successful applicants may be required to undergo a NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Records check. Refusal to provide your information to both parties will prevent Wintringham from being able to continue with your application.

Applicants who have lived in a country other than Australia for a period longer than 12 months in the last 10 years may be required to undergo an International Police Check.

Successful candidates will be required to comply with the Wintringham Health and Immunisation policy including having one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine as well as the 2026 Influenza Immunisation before commencing employment, and must provide evidence.