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About Us:
Currently Hiring:
Senior Community Worker — Centre & Community Rehabilitation (Full‑time)
Ashgail Rehabilitation Services | Melbourne (South‑Eastern & Western Suburbs; opportunities across West/North & regional centres)
We’re expanding our community rehabilitation services and looking for a dedicated Senior Community Worker to join our team. If you’re passionate about supporting people to access allied‑health, build independence, and participate in community life — we want to hear from you.
Role snapshot
- Work type: Full‑time
- Location: Melbourne (primary coverage South‑Eastern & Western suburbs). Occasional work across Melbourne West/North and regional centres (Bendigo, Ballarat, Gippsland) as required.
- Expected salary: $85,000 – $90,000 + superannuation (negotiable based on experience)
- Reports to: Practice Manager / Designated Senior Community Worker
Why join Ashgail Rehabilitation Services?
- Meaningful, client‑centred work supporting people across the lifespan
- Collaborative multidisciplinary team including OT, physio, psychology, speech pathology and nursing
- Flexible and supportive workplace culture with professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to work in community, clinic and home‑based settings and contribute to service development
Your role — key responsibilities
- Conduct psychosocial and functional assessments and co‑develop individualised support plans.
- Coordinate access to allied health (OT, physio, speech, psychology, nursing) and community services; support NDIS pathway navigation.
- Provide advocacy, capacity‑building and practical supports to enhance independence and participation.
- Monitor client progress, update care plans and contribute to multidisciplinary case planning.
- Maintain accurate client records, outcome measures and compliance with NDIS Practice Standards and ARS policies.
- Build and maintain partnerships with hospitals, community organisations and other service providers.
- Deliver community education and contribute to service evaluation and continuous improvement.
- Travel to client homes and community locations as required.
What we’re looking for
- Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree (AQF Level 7) in Social Work, Community Services, Community Development or related field.
- Experience: Minimum 3 year experience in community‑based support, case management or service coordination (experience with complex needs and/or NDIS desirable).
- Current: Victorian Driver’s Licence, Working with Children Check, and Victoria Police Check (pre‑employment). NDIS Worker Screening Check required or willingness to obtain.
- Strong communication, report writing and stakeholder management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and collaborate in MDTs.
- Culturally responsive, trauma‑informed and client‑centred approach.
Positions Also Available
Occupational Therapist
Speech Therapist
Psychologist
Allied Health Assistant
What We Offer:
We'd love to hear from you if you’re passionate about making a positive impact! Apply now and join our dynamic team.
Ashgail Rehabilitation acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of this land, recognizing the enduring connections that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples have to the lands, waterways, and communities across Australia. We pay our sincere respect to Elders past, present, and emerging.
Our commitment extends to fostering a harmonious and inclusive Australia, where everyone has equitable access to care, support, and opportunities they rightfully deserve.
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