Social Worker (Lvl 1-2) - Critical Care & Chronic and Complex Care - Perm FT

NSW Health; Liverpool; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

Flexible/Hybrid work options

Paid maternity and parental leave

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a Social Worker (Lvl 1-2) for Critical Care & Chronic and Complex Care on a permanent full-time basis. You will contribute to high-quality, patient-centered care within a multidisciplinary team in a hospital setting.

Applicants should hold a Social Work degree eligible for AASW membership and demonstrate experience supporting patients and families through complex illness, trauma, and coordinated care planning. Hybrid work options may be available.

Qualifications

• Social Work degree eligible for AASW membership.
• Hospital-based social work experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient and family support.
• Ability to manage high-pressure situations with professional judgment.

Skills

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Patient-centered care

Education

Social Work degree eligible for AASW

Job description

Social Worker (Lvl 1-2) - Critical Care & Chronic and Complex Care - Perm FT

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Social Worker who is committed to delivering high quality, patient centred care within a multidisciplinary health environment.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

A Social Work degree which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).

Describe your experience working as a Social Worker in the hospital setting, including your experience supporting patients and their families experiencing complex illness and trauma. Outline how you have undertaken assessments and provided interventions to enhance patient wellbeing .

Provide an example of how you have used your communication skills to contribute to high-quality and evidence-based practice and enhance patient outcomes.

Describe a situation where you managed a challenging or high-pressure workload involving complex or critical circumstances. How did you prioritise competing demands, apply professional judgement, and work independently and/or collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team?

Provide an example of a quality improvement initiative you have planned, implemented and/or evaluated within social work. How did you apply evidence-based practice, contribute to improved outcomes, and evaluate the effectiveness of the initiative?

Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact ***************@health.nsw.gov.au
• We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing via
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
• One extra day off each month for full-time employees

Work-Life Balance

Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

Paid maternity and parental leave

Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

Grow Your Career

• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
• Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

Child Safe Employment

South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementingthe Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Temporary Positions

For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.