Social Worker - Older Peoples Mental Health Team

NSW Health; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in rural health is seeking a passionate Social Worker to join their Older Persons Mental Health Team. This role offers the chance to engage with clients in an acute setting, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based interventions. The successful candidate will play a vital role in coordinating patient support and enhancing the health and wellbeing of the community. With a commitment to fostering healthier rural communities, this position provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of mental health.

Qualifications

• Dynamic mental health clinician with a passion for client engagement.
• Creative problem solver contributing to service development.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate support for patients during their care.
• Provide quality services to meet health and wellbeing needs.

Skills

Mental Health Assessment

Evidence-based Interventions

Client Engagement

Multidisciplinary Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor of Social Work

Registered with AASW

Job description

Employment Details

• Type: Permanent Full Time
• Classification: Social Worker Level 1/2
• Remuneration: $73,427.00 - $104,753.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
• Location: Dubbo NSW – Find out more
• Hours per week: 38
• Applications Close: 12 May 2025 – 11:59pm

Position Title

Social Worker - Older Persons Mental Health Team

Department

Mental Health Drug & Alcohol - Dubbo

About The Role

We are seeking a dynamic, energetic mental health clinician passionate about engaging with clients in an acute setting and working within a multidisciplinary team to provide evidence-based interventions. The successful candidate will be a creative problem solver contributing to the ongoing development of the service.

You will join one of the world’s leading rural health services as a Social Worker, driven by the goal of healthier rural communities. Your role involves coordinating support for patients during their care, providing quality services to meet their health and wellbeing needs within the WNSW Local Health District.

To learn more about the role, view the Position Description.

Why Work With Us

A career with Western NSW offers opportunities to challenge yourself, make an impact, and shape the future of rural health. Explore the benefits of working with our Local Health District on our website.

How to Apply

1. Click ‘Apply’
2. Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
3. Upload your current resume
4. Answer the selection criteria

Contact for Enquiries

For role-related questions, contact Emma O’Brien at 02 6881 4000 or [e-mail].

Additional Information

• Encouragement for Aboriginal applicants; targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Affirmative action may support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may create an eligibility list for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD provides reasonable workplace adjustments. Applicants disclosing health conditions will undergo a functional assessment to determine support needs.
• All staff must promote a safe environment for children, complying with Child Safety Standards.
• Western NSW values diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all community members.
• For remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards.
• For more details, see the Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD.