Social Worker Level 3

Overview

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Position Details

Remuneration: $112,396 – $116,038 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging

Location: James Fletcher Hospital | Awabakal Country

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3

Requisition ID: REQ600416

Applications Close: Sunday 7th September 2025

Equal Employment Opportunity

While this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.

About The Role

The SUPPS (Substance Use in Pregnancy and Parenting Service) is a community-based program within Drug & Alcohol Clinical Services (DACS) that supports parents and families impacted by substance use. Our team culture is compassionate, collaborative, and dedicated to providing holistic, family-centred care.

In this rewarding role, you will provide specialised support to women during pregnancy and early parenting. A typical week may include assessments, counselling, and coordinating care alongside a multidisciplinary team. The position requires adaptability, strong relationship-building skills, and a trauma-informed, family-focused approach.

What We Offer

• A structured orientation program
  
• Access to supervision and mentoring
  
• Ongoing training in evidence-based practice
  
• Professional development opportunities through NSW Health and DACS education programs
  

About You

We are seeking a clinician who brings:

• Clinical expertise in working with families affected by substance use
  
• Empathy and a compassionate, non-judgemental approach
  
• Skills in building trust and supporting clients through complex challenges
  
• A trauma-informed practice framework
  

Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications 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 (drug and alcohol experience advantageous) and membership (or eligibility) with the Australian Association Social Workers (AASW).
  
• Eligibility to drive in NSW and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes.
  

Additional Information

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
  
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
  
• This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
  
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
  

Need more information?

• Need more information? Click here for the Position Description
  
• Find out more about applying for this position
  

For role related queries or questions contact Tara Checkley on Tara.Checkley@health.nsw.gov.au

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

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

Policy

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.

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