Contractor Social Worker
Work Type: Contractor
Location: Sydney NSW
Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Contractor Social Worker at Prestige Health Services Australia (PHSA), a growing national provider known for its genuine, people-first approach to workplace rehabilitation.
With a team of experienced allied health professionals and a strong reputation across insurance and health sectors, PHSA focuses on delivering practical, outcome-driven support that helps individuals achieve health and wellbeing goals with confidence. Consultants are trusted to work autonomously but are backed by experienced leadership, consistent referral streams and a culture that values quality, flexibility and meaningful daily work.
Key Highlights
- Uncapped earning potential with reliable and consistent referral streams
- Full autonomy to manage your own schedule, workload and client mix
- Access to a broad and diverse caseload across Life Insurance, NSW Workers Compensation, iCare and CTP
About You
You are a commercially minded and driven Social Worker who values independence and wants to be rewarded directly for your effort and output. You enjoy managing your own time, building strong relationships with stakeholders, and delivering high-quality outcomes for your clients.
This opportunity suits someone looking to step away from rigid structures and take control of both their income and lifestyle while still being supported by a well-established national organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver a range of psychosocial assessment and intervention services
- Assessing, planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating actions required to meet the participants’ health and human services needs
- Provide clear, timely and professional reporting to stakeholders
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, employers and referral partners
The Role
Undertake psychosocial assessment and intervention services to clientele across varying schemes including Life Insurance, NSW Workers Compensation, iCare and CTP
Core responsibilities of the role will include assessing, planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating actions required to meet the participants’ health, wellbeing and social needs
What You’ll Need
- Full membership with AASW (Australian Association of Social Workers)
- Minimum 3 years experience in a clinical, rehabilitation or occupational rehabilitation setting
- A sound knowledge of compensable schemes including Life Insurance, NSW Workers Compensation, iCare and CTP
- Experience working with clients who have psychological injuries and/or complex needs and clients who may be verbally aggressive/hostile or may refuse to follow instruction
- Demonstrated ability and experience in case management, discharge planning, acute mental health and care coordination
- Comprehensive understanding of, and expertise in, connecting clients with government agencies and welfare supports, including but not limited to Centrelink, state-based public housing agencies (such as DCJ Housing NSW), NDIS, Legal Aid NSW, and NSW Trustee and Guardian
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- A current driver’s licence, access to your own vehicle and willingness to travel to provide face-to-face servicing of clients
- Confidence with Microsoft Office and electronic client record management
Ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference? Join PHSA and be a part of something truly meaningful. Apply today!
