Social Worker Lvl 3 - SUPPS

Hunter New England Health; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 84,000 - 87,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Professional development opportunities

Career progression within NSW Health

Annual leave and paid parental leave

Job summary

Hunter New England Health is seeking a Social Worker Level 3 to support individuals and families navigating substance use at East Maitland Community Health. You will deliver compassionate, evidence-informed interventions with a strong focus on harm minimisation and positive change, using clinical judgement in assessments and holistic care.

Based in East Maitland, you9ll work with a dedicated multidisciplinary team across the Lower Hunter region, contributing to family-focused care while

Qualifications

• Must hold a bachelors degree in Social Work with extensive clinical experience at Level 3 or above.
• Three years full-time experience; Drug and Alcohol experience advantageous.
• Current unrestricted drivers license and willingness to travel across service sites.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals navigating substance use with compassionate, evidence-informed interventions and harm minimisation.
• Undertake comprehensive assessments and deliver holistic, person-centred care.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to grow practice and impact.
• Engage in orientation and ongoing professional development to support clinical growth.

Skills

Social work degree

Clinical experience

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Step into the Social Worker Level 3 role and make a lasting difference - bring your advanced clinical expertise, compassion and collaborative spirit to a specialist service supporting individuals, parents and families to navigate substance use and create meaningful, positive change.

Remuneration: $61.31 - $63.29 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging

Employment Type: TemporaryPart Time until June 2029

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3

Hours Per Week: 24

Location: East Maitland CHS

Requisition ID: REQ687492

Applications Close: Monday 14th September 2026

Make a Meaningful Difference as a Social Worker Level 3

As a Social Worker Level 3, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting individuals navigating substance use, delivering compassionate, evidence-informed interventions with a strong focus on harm minimisation and positive change.

Bring your advanced clinical expertise to every interaction as you undertake comprehensive assessments and deliver individualised, holistic care that recognises the physical, emotional and social factors shaping each person’s journey. Working collaboratively within a supportive multidisciplinary team, you’ll have the opportunity to use your clinical judgement, problem-solving skills and experience to navigate complex presentations and make a genuine difference in people’s lives.

You’ll be supported from day one with a comprehensive orientation, ongoing professional development and access to education sessions throughout the year. With guidance from your Line Manager, District Manager, Allied Health Lead and experienced colleagues, you’ll have the support and resources to grow your practice and thrive in the role.

Fleet vehicles are also available for work-related travel, giving you the flexibility to provide care across the community.

Bring your expertise, compassion and commitment to meaningful change - and make your mark as a Social Worker Level 3.

Where You’ll Be Working

Based at East Maitland Community Health, you’ll become part of the dedicated Substance Use in Pregnancy and Parenting Service, working alongside a passionate multidisciplinary team committed to supporting parents and families experiencing substance use challenges.

Located in the heart of the Maitland region, East Maitland offers the perfect blend of community connection, accessibility and a relaxed regional lifestyle, while being close to the vibrant Hunter Valley. From this well-connected base, you’ll provide specialist support across Maitland and surrounding communities, helping to deliver meaningful, family-focused care where it matters most.

Join a service where every day brings the opportunity to create positive change for parents, children and families across the Hunter.

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:

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities across the administrative network
• Career progression opportunities within NSW Health
• Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
• Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing

Essential Requirements:

• Must hold as a minimum a bachelor’s degree in Social Work with evidence of extensive clinical experience in a hospital or health field as a practicing Social Worker at Level 3 or above and three years full time experience (Drug and Alcohol experience advantageous) and membership (or eligibility) with the Australian Association Social Workers (AASW) or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
• Current unrestricted driver's license and understanding role will include travel for work purposes which may involve driving long distances and working from several service sites across the Lower and Upper Hunter sector.

If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply:

• Champion a compassionate and non-judgemental approach, creating a safe, inclusive and respectful environment where clients feel valued and supported.
• Cultivate meaningful relationships built on trust and rapport, fostering positive and professional connections with both clients and colleagues.
• Demonstrate exceptional active listening and communication skills, ensuring each individual feels genuinely heard, understood and respected.
• Maintain clear and appropriate professional boundaries, balancing warmth and empathy with integrity, accountability and professionalism.

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
• Hunter New England Health 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.
• At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support.
• 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.

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

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This is a Category A position

Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [e-mail] or 1300 40 25 23.

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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