Senior Manager Social Work
Job no: 926307
Work type: Full time
Location: Various
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)
- Various Locations
- Salary AHP-4 $118,887 - $129,427 p.a. + super + salary packaging
- Full-time temporary up to 5/6/26
Join over 2,600 allied health professionals at CALHN and play a vital role in delivering safe and connected world-class care across South Australia.
- Make a real difference across emergency, acute, rehabilitation, community, and mental health care settings.
- Thrive in a values-driven organisation that puts people first and is future focused.
- Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams that support innovation and professional growth.
- Be part of a leading health network shaping the future of health through care, research, and education.
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About the Role
Step into a senior leadership role shaping Social Work services across CALHN. You’ll guide clinical teams, drive service improvement, and partner with stakeholders to deliver best-practice care. Your expertise will influence strategy, workforce development, and clinical excellence.
What you’ll do
• Lead and support Social Work staff across multiple sites through a Single Service, Multiple Site model
• Drive service quality, research, and workforce initiatives
• Advise on professional issues and inter-professional projects
• Oversee HR processes, compliance and clinical supervision
• Collaborate with senior leaders to shape strategic plans
About you
You are a strategic and collaborative leader ready to shape Social Work services across CALHN. You bring expertise, credibility, and a passion for best-practice care.
• Hold a Social Work degree with full Australian Association membership
• Lead clinical teams, foster engagement and manage performance effectively
• Deliver complex programs and projects with strategic focus
• Provide clinical supervision and promote evidence-informed contemporary social work practice
• Navigate change, risk and compliance across multiple sites
Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
In line with the new Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025 you’ll enjoy enhanced benefits that support you and your career.
- Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
- Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
- Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
- Professional development allowance - with structured development support
- Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
- Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
- Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
- Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
- Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family
Diversity & Inclusion
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Application Information
- Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required
926307 RD Senior Manager Social Work.pdf - Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
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Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 1 February 2026
Job Ref: 926307
Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information
Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position
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