Social Worker

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District; Penrith; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 79,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Education opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District is seeking a Social Worker to join the Acute Care Team at Nepean Hospital. You will deliver high-quality psychosocial assessments and discharge planning to patients and families, supporting adjustment to illness and the hospital journey.

The role emphasises collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, clear communication, and timely care planning. Prior experience in acute hospital settings is desirable.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work from an accredited course.
• Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
• Demonstrated understanding of psychosocial impact of hospitalisation.
• Experience in acute hospital settings or medical/rehabilitation settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality social work services to patients and families across Nepean Hospital.
• Support patients through illness, treatment and hospitalisation.
• Identify and address psychosocial issues affecting transitions and discharge.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Employment Details

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1/2 Location: Nepean Hospital Remuneration: $40.05 – $57.14 per hour Hours Per Week: 14 Requisition ID: REQ694251 Applications Close: 03/11/2026

CORE Values

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions. Nepean Hospital is a teaching hospital that provides tertiary referral services in emergency care, coronary care, diagnostics, gynaecology, paediatric, neonatal intensive care/ICU, maternity, mental health, rehabilitation, and surgery. The Nepean Campus has recently experienced tremendous growth and aims to support communities within and outside of Sydney’s western suburbs, providing world-class clinical facilities, services, and care. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families while contributing to high-quality care at Nepean Hospital.

Role Summary

Join the Social Work Acute Care Team and play a vital role in supporting patients through some of the most challenging periods of illness, treatment and hospitalisation. As a Social Worker within the Acute Care Team, you will provide a high-quality social work service to patients and their families across Nepean Hospital. Social Work focuses on the complex interactions between patients, their environment outside the hospital, and the treatment process within the hospital setting. You will support individuals experiencing adjustment to illness, changes in independence and control, and the psychological, emotional and social impacts of hospitalisation. This role also contributes to the broader hospital system by identifying and addressing psychosocial issues that may affect a patient’s transition through care. By helping to resolve these challenges, you will support both patient wellbeing and smoother transitions throughout the hospital journey. If you are passionate about fostering the psychological, emotional and social wellbeing of patients, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport

What you will bring to the role

• Degree in Social Work from an accredited course providing eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers
• Demonstrated understanding of the psychosocial impact of unexpected hospitalisation due to illness, accident or trauma.
• Relevant experience in working in an acute hospital setting and / or a medical or physical rehabilitation setting.
• Demonstrated ability to complete psychosocial assessments and to formulate and implement an appropriate discharge and care plan in a short time frame for patients in an inpatient setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• High level of written and oral communication skills; basic computer skills; proven time management skills.

Additional Information

• Click here for the Position Description
• For role related queries or questions contact Tracey Carruthers on [e-mail]
• NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
• NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards
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