Social Worker Level 1/2, RACE Team Geriatric Medicine

Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmead Hospital is seeking a Social Worker (Level 1/2) to deliver evidence-informed psychosocial care to older people and their families within a multidisciplinary team. The role spans inpatient, outpatient and community settings to improve wellbeing, dignity and quality of life.

This temporary full-time position offers clinical supervision, development opportunities and involvement in service improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Work (AASW).
• Eligible for AASW membership.
• Unrestricted NSW Driver’s Licence and ability to participate in the After Hours Crisis On-Call Social Work Service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver psychosocial assessments and interventions including counselling, advocacy and referrals to appropriate community services.
• Support people through elder abuse, guardianship, loss and family distress.
• Collaborate in multidisciplinary care planning through ward rounds, clinical meetings and consultation with medical, nursing and allied health colleagues.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in quality improvement initiatives, and support policy and practice development.
• Strengthen clinical practice and team capability via professional development, clinical supervision and student supervision where required.

Skills

Aging issues understanding

Crisis intervention

Discharge planning

Family dynamics

Cultural diversity

Time management

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Social Work

Eligibility for AASW

Tools

NSW Driver's Licence

Job description

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people and their families Deliver person-centred care across hospital and community settings Grow your clinical expertise in a supportive, multidisciplinary team Empower older people and their families through expert psychosocial care, advocacy and support across inpatient, outpatient and community services Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 12 November 2027) Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1/2 Remuneration: $40.05 - $57.14 per hour Hours Per Week: 38 Location: Westmead Hospital Where you’ll be working Located in Westmead, within Western Sydney’s thriving health precinct part of Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) providing health services to individuals, families and communities. The hospital offers a multidisciplinary environment focused on recovery, dignity and person-centred care, with strong connections to community-based services and specialist programs. Join the Geriatric Medicine Department and contribute to care that supports older people to navigate complex health, social and emotional challenges. You’ll work alongside medical, nursing and allied health professionals in a collaborative environment where your expertise helps improve patient wellbeing, dignity and quality of life.

• Make meaningful impact supporting older people, families and carers through complex health transitions and changing care needs.
• Work across diverse clinical settings: Contributing to inpatient, outpatient and community-based services.
• Collaborate across disciplines: Partner with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic, person-centred care.
• Navigate complex psychosocial needs: Apply your social work skills to challenging situations involving vulnerability, family dynamics and safeguarding.
• Continue to grow professionally: Access clinical supervision, professional development and opportunities to contribute to service improvement and student education.

What you’ll be doing

As a Social Worker, you’ll deliver evidence-informed psychosocial care to older people, their families and carers, using your clinical judgement, communication skills and advocacy expertise to help address complex needs and improve outcomes. In your role you will be required to:

• Deliver comprehensive psychosocial assessments and interventions, including counselling, crisis intervention, relationship support, advocacy and referrals to appropriate community services.
• Support people through complex and sensitive situations, including elder abuse, guardianship matters, sudden loss, deterioration in health and family distress.
• Collaborate in multidisciplinary care planning through ward rounds, clinical meetings and consultation with medical, nursing and allied health colleagues.
• Contribute to service excellence by maintaining accurate clinical documentation and activity records, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and supporting the development of policies and practice standards.
• Strengthen clinical practice and team capability through ongoing professional development, clinical supervision, staff education and student supervision where required.

Ready to make a difference where it matters most? Join us and help shape better health outcomes for our community while growing your career in a supportive and purpose-driven environment.

Essential Criteria

• Degree in Social Work with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Work (AASW).
• Qualification: Bachelor of Social Work

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated understanding of issues associated with ageing, age related illnesses, rehabilitation, accommodation placements, guardianship and end of life care.
• Unrestricted NSW Driver’s Licence and ability to participate in the After Hours Crisis On-Call Social Work Service.
• A good knowledge of community resources and experience liaising with community organisations.
• Demonstrated clinical experience or understanding of grief and loss counselling, crisis intervention, discharge planning and working with complex family dynamics.
• Demonstrated understanding of issues associated with working with culturally and Linguistically Diverse client group.
• Demonstrated well-developed time management skills with excellent written and verbal communication, including report writing skills and high level computer literacy.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to quality improvement and evidence based practice and a commitment to ongoing clinical and professional learning.

Requisition ID: REQ691871

Applications Close: 8 November 2026

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.
• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
• For inquiries about the role, contact Wayne Ardley [e-mail] , Gayatri Noor [e-mail]

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: In accordance with NSW Health policy, priority will be given to Australian citizens and permanent residents.

A person who is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or the advertised position.

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