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

South Western Sydney Local Health District; Liverpool; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Annual leave loading 17.5%

One extra day off per month

Flexible/Hybrid work options

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a skilled Social Worker to join the Liverpool Hospital social work team. This permanent full-time position focuses on delivering patient-centred social work in a fast-paced clinical setting, supporting patients and families and working closely with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a recognised Social Work degree with eligibility for AASW membership, strong communication, and the ability to manage high-pressure workloads.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised Social Work degree that provides eligibility for AASW membership.
• Demonstrated experience in a health related setting delivering a wide range of social work interventions.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and manage high pressure situations.
• Excellent communication and professional capability, including high level written and verbal skills, computer proficiency, and commitment to evidence-based practice, supervision and ongoing learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, high quality social work services in a dynamic clinical environment.
• Support patients and families as they navigate complex and acute health experiences.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team including medical, nursing and allied health professionals.
• Promote holistic, patient-centred care that enhances wellbeing and outcomes.
• Grow professional practice through ongoing development, supervision, and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Independent & collaborative work

C Class license

Education

Recognised Social Work degree (AASW eligibility)

Job description

Requisition ID: REQ704801

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Remuneration: Dependent on Qualification

• Social Worker Level 1: $79,419.00 - $92,801.00 per annum
• Social Worker Level 2: $98,936.00 - $113,301.00 per annum

In addition to base salary, all roles attract 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Flexible Working (subject to approval)

Location: Liverpool Hospital

Applications close: 22/11/26

Contact: Simone Hallett - Deputy Head of Department - Social Work on [e-mail]

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

Join the Social Work Team at Liverpool Hospital and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families.

• Deliver compassionate, high quality social work services in a dynamic and fast paced clinical environment.
• Support patients and their families as they navigate complex and acute health experiences.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, partnering with medical, nursing, and allied health professionals.
• Promote holistic, patient centred care that enhances wellbeing and strengthens outcomes.
• Grow your professional practice through ongoing development, supervision, and participation in quality improvement activities.

Are You the Right Fit?

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.

• Must hold a recognised Social Work degree that provides eligibility for AASW membership.
• Bring demonstrated experience in a health related setting, with the ability to deliver a wide range of Social Work interventions.
• Show strong organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise workload and manage challenging or high pressure situations.
• Work effectively both independently and collaboratively, contributing positively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and professional capability, including high level written and verbal skills, computer proficiency, and commitment to evidence based practice, supervision, and ongoing professional learning.

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.

• Position Information
  • Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
• 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 [e-mail]
  • 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.
• Aboriginal Workforce
  • For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [e-mail]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks
  • 12% superannuation
  • Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
  • 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
  • Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
• Health & Wellbeing
  • 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

• Vaccination Requirements
  • All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• 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 implementing the 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.