Social Worker - Virtual Drug & Alcohol

NSW Health; United States; Remote; AUD 73,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic multidisciplinary team as a Social Worker, where you will make a significant impact on the lives of clients dealing with substance use issues. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide psychosocial counselling and support, ensuring comprehensive assessment and case management. Work both virtually and face-to-face within the community, collaborating with a dedicated team of professionals. This is an exciting chance to challenge yourself and contribute to the future of rural health in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experienced in providing psychosocial support and counselling.
• Strong understanding of substance use and related issues.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage cases for clients with substance use issues.
• Provide counselling and support to clients in need.

Skills

Psychosocial counselling

Substance use assessment

Case management

Referral services

Knowledge of drug and alcohol clinical information

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Employment Details

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 26/6/2026)

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1 / 2

Remuneration: $73,427.00 - $104,753.00 per annum (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)

Location: Negotiable, NSW – Find out more

Hours Per Week: 38

Applications Close: 22 May 2025 – 11:59pm

About the Role

The Social Worker will be part of a multidisciplinary team, responsible for assessment, case management, referral, and follow-up for clients seeking assistance with substance use issues. The role involves providing psychosocial counselling and support to clients with substance use problems, requiring sound knowledge of drug and alcohol clinical information to ensure appropriate assessment and case management.

The position operates Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, with services provided both virtually and face-to-face within the community. The team includes Social Workers, Health Clinicians, Nurses, Addiction Medicine Specialists, Nurse Practitioners, and a Clinical Lead, located within Western NSW Local Health District.

For more details, view the Position Description.

Why Work with Western NSW?

Challenge yourself, make an impact, and shape the future of rural health. Explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District at the WNSWLHD website.

How to Apply

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

Contact & Additional Information

For role-related inquiries, contact Frank O’Neil at [phone] or [e-mail].

Additional notes for applicants:

• Encouraging applications from suitably qualified Aboriginal people; this is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD provides workplace adjustments for applicants with injuries, health conditions, or disabilities.
• All staff are required to uphold child safety standards; more info at NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian.
• We promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our workplace.
• For remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards.
• More information available at Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD.