In-Demand Social worker Jobs in Northern Territory

Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Worker
Saltbush Social Enterprises Limited —Darwin NT
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
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10d
Social Worker - Aged Care Alice Springs
Australian Regional and Remote Community Services —Alice Springs NT
- $41.53 - $44.02 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Computer skills
- Care plans
Social and Emotional Well-being Worker – Saltbush Social Enterprise
Northern Territory PHN —Darwin NT
- $90,000 - $128,524 a year
- Full-time
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
3d
Case Worker Men's Support
CatholicCare NT —Katherine NT
- From $88,980 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Relocation assistance
- Annual leave
Social Worker
Department of Health —Alice Springs NT
- Full-time
- Discharge planning
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
8d
Case Worker
North Australian Aboriginal Family Legal Service —Darwin NT
- $92,279.20 - $99,294.00 a year
- Overtime
- Microsoft Office
- Databases
- Case management
- Travel reimbursement
- Parental leave
3d
Case Worker Housing Support
CatholicCare NT —Tennant Creek NT
- $77,140 a year
- Full-time
- Case management
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Relocation assistance
- Annual leave
Case Worker Men's Support
Catholic Care —Katherine NT
- From $88,980 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Relocation assistance
- Annual leave
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Senior Social Worker
Department of Health —Alice Springs NT
- Full-time
- Conflict management
- Leadership
- Communication skills
9d
Case Worker (Experienced)
Catholic Care —Berrimah NT
- $88,980 a year
- Full-time
- Case management
- Social Work
- Relocation assistance
- Annual leave
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Case Worker Family & Community Wellbeing
Catholic Care —Jabiru NT
- $93,209 a year
- Full-time
- Working with children
- Communication skills
- Relocation assistance
- Annual leave
Quick Apply
4d
Case Worker Housing Support
Catholic Care —Tennant Creek NT
- $77,140 a year
- Full-time
- Case management
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Relocation assistance
- Annual leave
Quick Apply
Rehabilitation Consultant (Social Worker, Psychologist, Rehab Counsellor)
Konekt —Alice Springs NT
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
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Rehabilitation Consultant - Psych / Social Worker / Rehab Counsellor
Konekt —Alice Springs NT
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
Quick Apply
Youth Worker
YWCA —Darwin NT
- $40.49 - $42.55 an hour
- 8 hour shift
Quick Apply
Youth Assertive Outreach Worker
The Salvation Army —Winnellie NT
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
10d
Rehabilitation Consultant (Psych, Rehab Counsellor, Social Worker)
Konekt —Winnellie NT
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
DFSV Counsellor/ Redress Case Worker
Relationships Australia NT —Alice Springs NT
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Case management
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Relocation assistance
- Annual leave
Quick Apply
Team Leader Family and Youth Support
Department of Children and Families —Alice Springs NT
- $114,199 - $127,898 a year
- Full-time
- Administrative experience
- Social Work
- Communication skills
9d
Assistant Director School Counsellor
Department of Education and Training —Darwin NT
- $132,408 - $147,919 a year
- Full-time
- Working with children
- Communication skills
12d

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Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Worker

Saltbush Social Enterprises Limited
Darwin NT

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time
$90,000 - $95,000 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

Annual leave
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Crisis intervention
Working with children
Driver Licence
First Aid Certification
Ochre Card
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Join Our Team as a Social and Emotional Wellbeing Worker!

Saltbush is seeking a compassionate and experienced Social and Emotional Wellbeing Worker to join our Indigenous Skills and Employment Program (ISEP) team in Darwin.

Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you'll provide culturally safe, trauma-informed support that empowers participants to overcome barriers, strengthen their wellbeing and create pathways towards employment, education and long-term independence.

Position Details:

Location: Darwin
Employment Type: Full-time. Fixed-Term until 31 December 2026
Reports To: Program Manager
Excellent Remuneration: $90k to $95k + 12% super + salary packaging + 5 weeks annual leave
Hours: Normal business hours, with flexibility for additional hours as needed
Travel: Possible travel to regional locations where Saltbush operates
Compliance: Current National Police Clearance, NT Working with Children (OCHRE) Card, NT driver’s license, First Aid certification, and suitable qualifications & professional registration

About Saltbush Social Enterprises: Saltbush Social Enterprises is a Northern Territory not-for-profit organisation committed to empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities through education, employment and community-driven programs. We work alongside participants to build confidence, strengthen resilience and create meaningful pathways to brighter futures.

The Role: As the Social and Emotional Wellbeing Worker, you'll work directly with participants to provide strengths-based, culturally safe and trauma-informed support.

Working closely with Mentors, Employment Consultants and external service providers, you'll undertake needs assessments, develop personalised support plans, coordinate referrals and provide therapeutic support that assists participants to achieve positive wellbeing, education and employment outcomes.

You'll also play an important role in building the capability of the wider team by sharing knowledge, mentoring staff and strengthening trauma-informed practice across the program.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver culturally safe, trauma-informed wellbeing support to participants.
Conduct strengths-based assessments and develop personalised support plans.
Coordinate referrals and work collaboratively with internal and external support services.
Provide therapeutic interventions, advocacy and crisis support where appropriate.
Support participant engagement, resilience and long-term wellbeing outcomes.
Maintain accurate case notes, reports and program documentation.
Mentor and build the capability of the broader team in trauma-informed practice.

For a full list of responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description.

Essential Criteria:

Tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Counselling or a related discipline, with current professional registration where applicable.
Demonstrated experience providing trauma-informed support or counselling.
Strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and culturally safe practice.
Experience working with individuals experiencing complex barriers and support needs.
Excellent communication, advocacy and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Employment Requirements Successful applicants will be required to hold or obtain:

National Police Clearance (no more than three months old)
NT Working with Children (OCHRE) Card
Current Unrestricted/Open Driver Licence
Current First Aid Certificate
Relevant tertiary qualification and current professional registration

How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how your skills and experience align with the position.

Applications Close: Sunday, 19 July 2026

Rolling Recruitment: Applications will be assessed as they are received, and interviews may commence before the closing date. We encourage early applications, as the position may be filled before the closing date.

Want to learn more? We encourage you to review the Position Description for detailed information about the role, responsibilities and selection criteria before submitting your application.

Saltbush Social Enterprises is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and welcomes applications from all suitable candidates, especially Indigenous individuals passionate about supporting their communities.

Company Overview

Saltbush is a not-for-profit organisation that was developed in response to the critical need for grassroots opportunities that create prosperity parity for marginalised Territorians.

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