Early Support Social Worker at Griffith University

Nathan, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 26

Salary

127923.0

Posted On

27 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interpersonal Capability, Professional Judgment, Psychosocial Assessment, Risk Recognition, Distress Response, Short-Term Support, Referral Facilitation, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Trauma-Informed Practice, Person-Centred Practice, Early Intervention Practice, Safety Concern Response

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Company Description Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them. Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence. Job Description This role contributes to a coordinated, student-centred approach to wellbeing, helping ensure students can access the right support earlier and navigate services more easily. You will work alongside experienced professionals across Griffith University's Counselling & Wellbeing service, Health & Medical service, Disability & Accessibility, Chaplaincy and Student Safety & Wellbeing, to strengthen our response to student wellbeing concerns. You will: Engage with students experiencing distress or uncertainty Undertake initial psychosocial assessment to understand needs and identify potential risks Recognise and respond to concerns such as mental health distress, suicide risk or interpersonal safety issues Provide short-term stabilising support and practical guidance Facilitate warm referrals to appropriate university or external services Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support coordinated responses to complex student needs You are a qualified social worker who brings strong interpersonal capability, professional judgment and the ability to work effectively with complexity. A Bachelor or Master of Social Work and eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Experience supporting individuals experiencing complex mental health, psychosocial or safety-related concerns Capability in brief psychosocial assessment and early intervention practice Confidence recognising and responding to distress or safely concerns Strong collaboration skills in multidisciplinary environments A commitment to trauma-informed, person-centred practice What we can offer This is a fixed term (12 month) full-time position, based at Griffith University Gold Coast or Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations. Salary range HEW level 8 base salary range $113,713 - $127,923 per annum + 17% superannuation. Total annual remuneration range $133,044 - $149,669. Additional Information At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Why join Griffith As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer: 50% fee discount for work related post graduate Griffith degrees Scholarships to Griffith's flagship MBA program Mix of on campus and work from home options available Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy. How to apply Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following: A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description) Current curriculum vitae/resume For further information specifically about this role, please contact Ela Partoredjo, Student Safety and Wellbeing Manager on [email protected]. For application support, please contact People Services on +61 (0) 7 3735 4011. Closing date: 11:59pm AEST Sunday 12 April 2026. All applications must be submitted online. Primary Location (Campus): Gold Coast Employment Type: Full Time Department ID: Student Wellbeing and Accessibility - SSN Appointment Type: Fixed Term

Responsibilities

This role contributes to a coordinated, student-centered approach to wellbeing by helping students access the right support earlier and navigate services more easily. Responsibilities include engaging with students in distress, undertaking initial psychosocial assessments, recognizing risks like mental health distress, providing short-term support, and facilitating referrals.