Social Worker

3 weeks ago

Liverpool, Australia NSW Health Full time
Overview

Social Worker (Lvl 7) - Social Work Deputy Head of Department - Perm FT

Location: Liverpool Hospital

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 7, Grade 1

Remuneration: $150,767.00 per annum

Requisition ID: REQ600489

Application Close Date: 14/09/2025

Interview Date Range: 17/09/ /09/2025

Contact Details: Siobhan Russell – |

Vaccination: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

Responsibilities
  • Provide clinical and administrative leadership, set professional standards, and contribute to workforce planning and clinical practice development.
  • Implement safety and quality processes to enhance service delivery across Liverpool Hospital and the South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD).
  • Maintain a clinical caseload reflecting experience and commitment to direct care.
  • Collaborate with the Head of Department and act as Acting Head of Department during periods of absence or leave to provide continuity and stability.
  • Lead with purpose to influence systemic change and improve outcomes for individuals and communities.
Where You'll Be Working

Liverpool Hospital, a major health service for south-western Sydney with extensive clinical services and teaching affiliations, located near public transport and local amenities.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position, please address the criteria as thoroughly as possible. View the application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

Qualifications and Experience
  • A Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) with extensive clinical and management experience in complex health settings.
  • Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including experience with financial, risk, staff supervision, and workforce management.
  • Experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating quality/service improvement and research activities; commitment to professional development and staff training.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills including advocacy and negotiation, with the ability to build effective partnerships across internal and external stakeholders and to supervise staff and lead team performance.
Additional Information

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees may be eligible for salary packaging and other benefits. The district supports equal opportunity employment and values diversity. Applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, and LGBTQI+ communities are encouraged.


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