Social Worker Level 3

Bring your passion for mental health and older adults to a role where community connection meets coastal calm.

Remuneration: $56.68 - $58.52 per hour + super

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Social Worker Lvl 3

Location: James Fletcher Hospital, Newcastle | Awabakal Country

Hours Per Week: 24

Requisition ID: REQ591216

Applications Close: Thursday, 14th August 2025

Where You'll Be Working

Based at James Fletcher Hospital, you'll enjoy working just steps from cafés, restaurants, and the breathtaking views of King Edward Park and Newcastle Beach. As a Social Worker in our dynamic Older People's Mental Health Service, you'll be a valued member of a supportive multidisciplinary team that truly recognises and appreciates the unique strengths social work brings to community mental health care.

About The Role

This role offers flexible hours between 7:30am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, supporting a healthy work-life balance. You'll be actively involved in home visits, community-based assessments, and collaborative team meetings alongside nursing staff and allied health professionals, making a real difference in the lives of older people in our community.

You'll be supported from day one with a thorough onboarding and orientation program, including dedicated clinical supervision and tailored education in older people's mental health. If you're looking to deepen your expertise, we strongly support further education and professional development in this rewarding and specialised field.

About You

We're seeking a skilled and compassionate Social Worker who brings a strong foundation in contemporary mental health practice with older adults. You'll need excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt your approach to connect meaningfully with people aged 65 and over. Confidence in independent decision-making, ethical practice, and managing complex situations is essential, along with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

You'll also have experience leading team initiatives, providing supervision to students or junior staff, and applying psychosocial assessments and evidence-based frameworks in your practice. A strong understanding of trauma-informed care, and the ability to build supportive, professional relationships with consumers, carers, and service partners, will be key to your success in this role.

Requirements

• Bachelor in Social Work or equivalent with eligibility for membership with Australian Association of Social Work (AASW).
  
  

What We Can Offer You

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
  
  

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
  
  

Need more information?

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

For role related queries or questions contact Jackie Robinson on jackie.robinson1@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

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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.

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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