Senior Social Worker – Community Care & Support (Part-Time)

Southern NSW Local Health District; Cooma; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Health and wellbeing benefits (Fitness

Annual influenza vaccinations

Job summary

Southern NSW Local Health District is seeking a Social Worker to provide holistic social work services to patients and families in Cooma. You will collaborate with medical teams to address social, emotional, and practical needs, supporting recovery and wellbeing.

The role emphasises regional caseload management, independent work within a multidisciplinary team, and commitment to professional development. AASW eligibility is required for appointment, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification as a Social Worker and eligibility for AASW
• Demonstrated proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Extensive broad generalist knowledge, clinical proficiency and ability to work with minimal supervision in a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to prioritise and organise own work/caseload across a regional area
• Commitment to professional development, quality improvement and evidence-based practice
• Ability to lead planning and evaluation of team activities
• Ability to supervise staff and students
• Current unrestricted drivers' licence and willingness to travel long distances if required

Responsibilities

• Provide quality social work services to patients/clients to meet health and wellbeing needs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to connect patients with resources and support
• Prioritise and manage caseloads across a regional area
• Support professional development and contribute to quality improvement initiatives

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Self-management

Education

Social Work degree, AASW eligible

Job description

Southern NSW Local Health District is seeking a Social Worker to provide holistic social work services to patients and families in Cooma. You will collaborate with medical teams to address social, emotional, and practical needs, supporting recovery and wellbeing.

The role emphasises regional caseload management, independent work within a multidisciplinary team, and commitment to professional development. AASW eligibility is required for appointment, with travel as needed.