Senior Social Worker Ryde Hospital

NSW Health; Ryde; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health's Ryde Hospital is seeking a Social Worker Level 3 to join a dedicated team caring for older people, their families and carers. This permanent, full-time role focuses on complex discharges on a general medical ward, with cover for ED during business hours on a roster basis.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor or postgraduate degree in Social Work, be eligible for the Australian Association of Social Workers and bring extensive clinical experience and a commitment to

Qualifications

• A Bachelor or post graduate degree in Social Work and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• Evidence of extensive clinical experience, inclusive of experience as a Level 2 Social Work.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement activities or service evaluation process.
• Experience in clinical teaching and supervision of students, level 1/2 Allied Health Professionals and/or Allied Health Assistants.
• Demonstrated proficient skills and knowledge in the provision of current social work practice with a focus on discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Work on a general medical ward with a focus on complex discharges.
• Provide cover to ED during business hours on a roster basis.
• Contribute to quality improvement and service evaluation activities.

Skills

Clinical experience (Level 2 Social)**

Evidence-based practice

Discharge planning

Clinical teaching and supervision

Education

Bachelor or postgraduate degree in Social Work

Job description

Do you have a passion for working with older people, their families and carers to ensure they get the best health outcomes?

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration:$2,329.85 - $2,405.34 per week
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ702869

Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives.

• Innovation is at our core, with opportunities for research driven evidence based practice, ensuring our work remains engaging and fulfilling.
• Clear pathways for career progression, supported by training secondments, recognition and mentorship, empower employee and leaders alike to reach their professional goals.
• Join us on a journey to a place where every achievement is celebrated and every opportunity is embraced.

NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.

Where you'll be working
Ryde Hospital.

What you’ll be doing
Ryde Hospital is going through an exciting period of change and redevelopment. We have a small team of about 8 Social Workers covering acute wards (ED, ICU, CCU, medical, dementia and delirium, surgical, ortho) and rehabilitation. This position is located on a general medical ward and has a focus on complex discharges. Cover is also provided to ED, in business hours, on a roster basis.

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background encouraged to apply.
Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:

• A Bachelor or post graduate degree in Social Work and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Evidence of extensive clinical experience, inclusive of experience as a Level 2 Social Work.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement activities or service evaluation process. Experience in clinical teaching and supervision of students, level 1/2 Allied Health Professionals and/or Allied Health Assistants.
• Demonstrated proficient skills and knowledge in the provision of current social work practice. A strong commitment to an evidence-based service to provide for consumers, carers and families requiring assessment, case management, intervention, appropriate referral and discharge planning.
  

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined intheNSW Health OASV Policy(Page 11).You will be required to complete theOASV Undertaking/ Declaration FormandTB Assessment Toolduring the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.

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Applications Close: 4 November 2026
Tentative Interview Date: Week Commencing 9 November 2026