Entry level & Pre-entry level Social Work Jobs in Australia - BIG EMPLOYERS & BEST SEARCH TERMS.

[@14annaiscoolish]

This was so so helpful thank you. Currently studying my SW Masters as an international student and I have a year until I graduate but still nobody has informed me of how to find a job in social work! This has got me motivated :))

[@kennedykotingo3095]

Hi Ann ,can I reach out through email please 🙏 thanks

[@okeawolamprisca3851]

Thanks for sharing Chioma....very informative video

[@boikanyomotheogane7790]

Another great video.. Thank you so much

[@galaxysupernova7459]

I love your videos! This video is so helpful! Thank you

[@lifewithchioma]

You're welcome

[@Marcela-li9is]

Hey Chioma, thanks a lot for your help!!!

[@lifewithchioma]

You're welcome, Sandra.

[@patiencenwaigwe4500]

Well done chioma nice job

[@tracyfrost2873]

Thank you so much!

[@AzeezatShowtv12]

Thanks for sharing sis

[@muskaan3420]

Hi Chioma, thanks for the video. I’m a student figuring out what I want to major in at University. Just wondering are there any differences in the work of a social worker versus psychologist in australia? Would be grateful for any clarification 😊

[@lifewithchioma]

Hello Muskaan, you're welcome. There's an overlap between the functions of a social worker and psychologist especially in mental health related specialisations. A social worker generally has a broader approach to working with clients by considering how biological, social and psychological influences impact a client's wellbeing. A social worker generally will work to to help the client practically and therapeutically. A Mental Health Social Worker in particular may carry out all the previous plus diagnosing and treating Mental Health issues, similar to a psychologist. Psychologists focus more on the individual and their presenting behaviours to determine appropriate therapeutic interventions for the client. Psychologists also train longer in uni than Social Workers

[@AakaashLFC09]

Hi Chioma, Have been following your videos for a while. This was a very informative video. I would like to understand, how to choose jobs inorder to apply for credentials as a Social Worker?

[@lifewithchioma]

Hello Aakaash, I am not sure I understand your question unfortunately. Is it to do with skilled migration?

[@AakaashLFC09]

@@lifewithchioma Hi Chioma, I meant to ask regarding the credentials provided by AASW in different areas of specialization. How do we go about choosing jobs to be eligible to apply for those credentials?

[@lifewithchioma]

@@AakaashLFC09 Mental health social work is the only area of specialisation that I am aware needs special accreditation from AASW, and all you would need is to work in a supervised position in a mental health organisation for 2 years after your BSW or MSW -see this link for related organisations www.australiacounselling.com.au/top-mental-health-organisations/. In addition to that, you also need to accumulate a certain number of CPD hours in that time and demonstrate knowledge of Focussed Psychological Strategies (FPS) to qualify. I hope this answers your question, Aakash

[@AakaashLFC09]

@@lifewithchioma Yes, this answers my question. Thank You!

[@vickyzeng4834]

Hi Chioma, such an informative video again! This came just in time as I started my volunteer job a few months ago and looking into getting some paid experience in support work. I will definitely use the websites you recommended to search up job opportunities. Thanks!!

[@lifewithchioma]

You're most welcome Vicky. How is it going with your volunteering job? I hope it's turning out as hoped. Again, I always appreciate your support here.

[@preeya5161]

Hi Chioma, thank you for this informative video! I’m looking to apply for Masters of Social Work in the next coming year in Australia. Just wondering if most of the postgrad programs in a Australia for social work offer work placement?

[@lifewithchioma]

Hello! Yes, work placements are a compulsory component of the BSW and MSW programs.

[@kennedykotingo3095]

@@lifewithchioma Hi,Chioma .Thanks for everything on here as we find it so informative.Please may I know whether or not I can land a social worker job in Australia with Bachelor of Arts psychology and sociology degree (and master program in social work from Kenya, Africa)and if possible what areas or field do you recommend for a prospective masters student in Africa looking to work in Australia.THANKS💕

[@serahsmagicworld6933]

Hi Chioma, Your videos are really informative and helpful.I'm a post graduate in SW (MSW) ,graduated from India.I recently moved to Sydney and I've not been registered with AASW.Currently I'm doing Cert IV in Child, family and youth Intervention.I'm trying for a job for which registration is mandatory. Could you suggest some areas?

[@lifewithchioma]

Hi Joseph, have you tried electronic funds transfer?

[@oseikromlegoncomedytv577]

Hello Chioma, I trust you are doing great? Well, I’ve been trying to find a visa sponsorship entry level social work job using the various job sites you provided in this video but I am not finding any. How do I get organizations who are willing to sponsor international applicants to fill vacant positions. Thank you.

[@lifewithchioma]

Hello, this video was not targeted at visa sponsorship. It was a response to people who have completed their studies here in Australia and wanted tips on how to find their first social work job.

[@preciouscele5130]

Hi sis Chioma Am also in the same struggle been trying to get a job in many countries visa sponsorship is a big issue for me. Please assist on how to go about in applying the companies currently hiring 😢🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@sandeeppandey3657]

hi chioma nice information. But i want to know is it possible to get jobs in australia from india for person holading valid visa

[@sazisompofu]

Hy chioma thanks for the vedio l have a question, can l use voluntay work as experience am in Africa. Am currently waiting for graduation in SW finished my course dec 2022. If not possible what may be my options

[@lifewithchioma]

If it is experience acquired post qualification, I believe you can but mind you, this is not an expert opinion.

[@jannatislam7163]

Hi i want change my subject.i am doing accounting and i want to move to social work.please share how difficult studying social work subject what include in that subject like ielts score,tuition fees study structure how many subjects exam system and how difficult it is?please

[@mcarlaux]

Hi Chioma,I am a Social Worker in the Philippines. If I wanted to migrate in Australia under the skills migration, can i work easily or are there board examinations or registration for social workers needed first for me to practice the profession? Thank you.

[@lifewithchioma]

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[@rodriguezperalta3212]

Thanks for all the useful information! What is the best way for me to get social work experience in Australia to obtain the AASW registration? I got my bachelor's in SW from my country on 2015 but I have not professional experience in this field. Internship, diploma course, certificate? Please help. Thanks in advance.

[@lifewithchioma]

Hi, just to ben sure, do you mean registration for migration purposes (skills assessment) or for registration to practice in Australia?

[@rodriguezperalta3212]

@@lifewithchioma Hi, don't understand your question. Isn't both necessary for migration purposes? Like first I need to do the skills assessment therefore I am able to practice in Australia, am I right?

[@lifewithchioma]

@@rodriguezperalta3212 The migration assessment consists of two parts - the International Qualifications Assessment (IQA) and Skilled employment assessment. The first is compulsory, the second is optional. That was why I asked.

[@rodriguezperalta3212]

@@lifewithchioma oh, well I am actually clueless on this. My plan is to move to Australia to practice SW and obtain the PR in the long run. Right now I am not sure I can get a job without work experience so I am considering other alternatives to gain professional experience in SW to practice in Australia. I would like to hear your insights on this.

[@sherlinaanvesulu5977]

Mam I'm from India and I'm currently in my final year, how can I proceed further to find job in Australia as a fresher?

[@afaqkhan8191]

Mam can you tell me community service is study scope in Australia?

[@lifewithchioma]

I am not sure I understand your question, but I hope my understanding of your question is correct in saying that studying community services at Bachelor level may lead to PR under certain occupations.

[@afaqkhan8191]

@@lifewithchioma Mam community services is it good scope in Australia? Or is it easy to get pr in community services?

[@lifewithchioma]

@@afaqkhan8191 Yes, community worker is eligible for PR through the 190 visa in some states. You will have to check each state's list to find out which states offer PR in that occupation. Thanks.

[@sarahkwabi4303]

Hello sis pls am a nurse from Ghana and I have been a community health nurse for close to thirteen years now and I also have a BSC PUBLIC HEALTH option in education and health promotion allied health from 2015 till now .l now have BSC PUBLIC HEALTH nursing as at 2021

[@sarahkwabi4303]

Pls do l qualify to apply?and how do I go about it

[@sarahkwabi4303]

Thank you

[@miriammwanamina1905]

I did my certificate but wanted to find a job in social work then I continue with my schooling

[@lifewithchioma]

You can get jobs in social work related fields but you will not be recognised as a Social Worker except you have the relevant qualification which is a BSW minimum.

[@Osinachi0902]

Hello, can I apply for this social work jobs as an international applicant?

[@lifewithchioma]

You will need to meet eligibility requirements for membership into the Australian Association of Social Workers before you can be recognised to work as a Social Worker in Australia

[@oseikromlegoncomedytv577]

Hi Chioma, I am a Ghanaian having a social work degree and a Residential Behavior technician certificate. Can I get a sponsorship visa for autism jobs in Australia?

[@lifewithchioma]

Hello! There's a chance you may find a sponsored job. Please check the relevant Australian job sites like Seek, Indeed, Jora and Ethical jobs. Best of luck to you.

[@oseikromlegoncomedytv577]

@@lifewithchioma Thank you Chioma

[@preciouscele5130]

Hi dear any lucky am from South Africa also looking

[@globalupdatetv1639]

Please ma if I come to Australia as a visitor Visa, can I change it to work permit visa

[@lifewithchioma]

Not sure whether that is possible, but if you find an employer who is willing to sponsor you, I don't see how it would be an issue since you will have to apply for the appropriate work visa. However, you are not allowed to work on a visitor visa

[@kennedykotingo3095]

Is it possible for my wife to come with me in my study visa and enroll too for Master in social work program in Australia?

[@lifewithchioma]

Yes

[@meeranair5426]

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[@sumysurendran182]

Hai..completed my masters in socialwork and have 5 years of experience in the same field in my home country.. currently am in australia on a dependent visa..unfortunately I don't have an aasw assesement..can I work here or not...without assessment...please help me..

[@lifewithchioma]

If you're after PR, you must apply for an assessment. Some jobs may also require you to be eligible for membership into AASW

[@sumysurendran182]

Thanks for your reply...I dn't have PR,I am on bridging visa...can I work here in any social work related job without this assessment..currently am trying to meet the criteria of aasw..