Social Worker - 10-20k Incentives Offered

NSW Health; Wellington; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service in Wellington, NSW, seeks a passionate Social Worker to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves coordinating patient support and providing quality services to meet the health needs of the community. Attractive remuneration between $73,427 - $104,753 pa, with ongoing career development opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Salary packaging options

Professional development opportunities

Supportive peer network

Qualifications

• Passion for coordinating support for patients.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong communication skills and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality services to patients/clients of WNSWLHD.
• Coordinate support for patients in care.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Skills

Patient coordination

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Support provision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Employment details

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $73,427.00 - $104,753.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Western NSW LHD Incentives (conditions apply and may be pro-rata'd to contracted or ordinary working hours). For more information, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

Location: Wellington, NSW

Hours Per Week: 38

Applications Close: 13 Oct 2025 – 11:59pm

Role: Social Worker, Wellington Health Service

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Social Worker to join one of the world’s leading and connected rural health services, where we are driven by a single goal: healthier rural people – thriving communities.

A passion for coordinating support for patients while they’re in the care of our health services is at the heart of the Social Worker role.

The Social Worker is an integral part of the multidisciplinary health care team, providing quality services to patients/clients of the Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) to meet their health and wellbeing needs.

To view the Position Description, click the Position Description link in the application page.

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

AHEAD program – early career

Early in your career? Get AHEAD! Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD’s Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This program provides early-career allied health professionals with:

• Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
• Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
• Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building capability in leadership and quality improvement
• Career development opportunities within and beyond the program

The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information. Hear from our early-career professionals: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program.

How to apply

To apply for this role:

• Click ‘Apply’
• Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
• Upload your current resume
• Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries

Please contact Donna Brennan on [phone] or at [e-mail] for more information.

Additional information for applicants

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU).
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For information on Child Safety Standards, visit NSW Government – Office of Children's Guardian.
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. Applications from all people are welcome to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards.
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD.

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