Make a real impact in people’s lives

Join a purpose-driven organisation supporting Deaf and hard of hearing people to thrive.

• Work in a values-led organisation making a genuine difference
• Deliver impactful, outcomes-focused social work services
• Be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team with national reach

About the role:

As a Social Worker within Therapy and Family Services (TAFS), you will provide professional, evidence-based support to children, adults, and families.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll support people to strengthen wellbeing, build independence, and navigate key life stages. You’ll work across clinical and practical supports, helping clients achieve meaningful, real-world outcomes.

Main responsibilities of the role include: 

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop tailored support plans
• Deliver therapeutic and non-therapeutic interventions aligned to client goals
• Support individuals and families through key life stages and transitions
• Assist clients to navigate NDIS, education and health systems
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide coordinated care
• Deliver services via telehealth and contribute to national service delivery
• Maintain accurate documentation, reporting and compliance requirements

About you:

You’re a motivated and compassionate Social Worker who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team.

In your application, let us know if you have these key skills and experience: 

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work and eligibility for AASW membership
• Experience delivering evidence-based, client-centred practice
• Strong ability to manage a caseload independently and within a team
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Understanding of trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches.

You should also let us know if you have these other great skills: 

• Experience working with Deaf and/or culturally diverse communities
• Auslan skills or willingness to learn
• Experience within NDIS or similar frameworks
• Experience delivering services via telehealth or outreach

About Us:

Deaf Connect is the largest, whole-of-life service provider and social impact organisation for Deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing Australians. We stand with the Deaf community to build capacity and influence social change while paying respect to history, culture and language.

Our organisational values of Heart, Courage, and Discovery stand with the Deaf community to build capacity and influence social change while paying respect to history, culture, and language.  
  
We offer an attractive benefits program including:  

• Salary packaging, enabling you to make huge savings on tax and maximise your pay  
• Flexibility regarding working arrangements 
• Discount membership to gyms and facilities throughout Australia  
• Free annual flu vaccinations  
• Free comprehensive online learning portal 
• Free financial wellness support through our default super fund 

The successful applicant will be asked to provide a NDIS Worker Check, a Working with Children Check (WWCC) relevant to their state (if applicable to the role), and proof of working rights in Australia. Deaf Connect is committed to child safety, safeguarding, and inclusion, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.