Social Worker Level 4 - Complex Care

NSW Health; Taree; On-site; AUD 132,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

4 weeks annual leave

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Manning Hospital recruitment drive in NSW Health seeks an experienced Social Worker to provide high-level clinical expertise, leadership and person-centred support to individuals and families. The role is a permanent full-time position (38 hours per week) within Hunter New England Local Health District.

Applicants require a Social Work degree and eligibility for the AASW. Remuneration ranges from $131,585 to $134,775 plus superannuation and salary packaging, with opportunities for relocation

Qualifications

• Social Work degree and eligibility for the AASW.
• Experience in an emergency medicine-led setting.
• Leadership with person-centred support to individuals and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely assessments and discharge assistance within the Emergency Department.
• Lead and supervise clinical practice with a focus on person-centered care.
• Contribute to training and ongoing clinical supervision within the department.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Discharge planning

Emergency medicine knowledge

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ698203

We’re seeking an experienced and compassionate Social Worker to provide high-level clinical expertise, leadership and person-centered support to individuals and families

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time

Position Classification:Social Worker Level 4

Remuneration:$131,585 - $134,775 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week:38

Requisition ID:REQ698203

Location: Manning Hospital

Applications Close: Sunday, 1st November 2026

Where you'll be working

Manning Base hospital is Located in the stunning Manning Valley on the NSW mid-north coast. Beautiful Forster offers excellent surf, pristine beaches, outstanding restaurants and cafes. Breathtaking hills and rivers provide the perfect backdrop for a life well-lived - choose between rural tranquillity or vibrant town living, all within easy reach. you will join a supportive team and will grow professionally.

The Opportunity

Join a department where your expertise truly matters. Build a sustainable, emergency medicine-led centre of clinical excellence, training and research. Be part of developing new models of care and forward-thinking solutions that make a lasting difference. where you will be tasks with timely assessments and assistance with discharges within the Emergency Department. You will be supported by ongoing clinical and peer supervision, and supportive management.

Requirements

Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)

What we can offer you

At Hunter New England Health , enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Relocating? The Welcome Experience offers free support to help you and your family settle into your new community.
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional information

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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