Social Worker, Rehabilitation - Murwillumbah

Northern NSW Local Health District; Murwillumbah; On-site; AUD 122,000 - 126,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern NSW Local Health District is seeking a Social Worker Lvl 3 for a part-time role in rehabilitation services. The position involves working within a multidisciplinary team to support client independence and goals, with ongoing training and mentoring to develop professionally.

The role is based in NSW and offers a pro rata remuneration of $121,568.00–$125,507.00 per annum, with 16 hours per week for 29 weeks.

Job description

Live and work in a place of great beauty, rich and diverse in culture and creativity. Enjoy a lifestyle that allows time and space to learn and grow.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (29 weeks)

Position Classification: Social Worker Lvl 3

Remuneration: $121,568.00 - $125,507.00 per annum pro rata

Hours Per Week: 16

Requisition ID: REQ695864

About The Role

An exciting job opportunity in rehabilitation services is now available for motivated professionals who are committed to helping clients regain independence and achieve their goals. This role provides outstanding professional development opportunities, supporting your growth through ongoing training, mentoring, and exposure to diverse clinical experiences. You will collaborate within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, working closely with Allied Health, Nursing and Medical staff to deliver comprehensive, person-centred client care. If you’re looking for a rewarding position where teamwork, learning, and meaningful client outcomes are at the heart of your work, this role is an excellent fit.

About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)

We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.

If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.

Working in Community & Allied Health

Join the vibrant team of professionals who enjoy a fulfilling career providing community and allied health services in beautiful regional NSW. Community and Allied Health in Northern NSW Local Health District offers a diverse range of rewarding employment and professional opportunities.
Providing services across the life span from antennal to end of life care, we offer generous access to professional development and education opportunities, clinical supervision and support, and a range of health and wellbeing strategies. With a focus on client driven service improvement and compassionate and empowered care we aim to provide staff with a welcoming and engaging work environment to improve health outcomes and make a positive impact on the lives of many people and the community.

Learn more about how you can work with a collaborative, cooperative, and respectful team while enjoying endless opportunities for professional and personal growth.

You care. We care

Learn more about NNSWLHD here.

Relocating to the region?

The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Applications Close: 7 October 2026

NNNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.

NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.

For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.

To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see www.homeaffairs.gov.au.

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).

You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position.

This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.

For role related queries or questions contact Christopher Hanna on [e-mail].