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Social Worker - Virtual Drug and Alcohol Team

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Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (until 26/06/2026)

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1 / Level 2

Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) Location: Negotiable, NSW – Find out more

Hours Per Week: 19

Applications Close: 26 August 2025 – 11:59pm

Social Worker – Virtual Drug & Alcohol Team

Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol

About The Role

Located within Western NSW Local Health District, you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team, that is responsible for providing assessment, case management, referral and follow up for clients seeking assistance with substance use problems. You will be working in a small, dynamic team to provide psychosocial counselling and support to clients with substance use issues.

Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm. The role includes providing services virtually and face to face to clients in the community.

The team includes, Social Workers, Health Clinician, Nurses, Addiction Medicine Specialists, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Lead.

You will be working closely with the whole MDT as well as working closely with clinicians from Mental Health Drug and Alcohol as well as several NGO's.

You will be provided with orientation to the role. In addition, relevant professional development will be provided as required. Supervision and case load management will be supported by the Clinical Lead and you will be linked in to appropriate discipline specific supervision and support within MHDA services.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website

To Apply For This Role

  • Click 'Apply'
  • Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
  • Upload your current resume
  • Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Frank O'Niel on 02 6393 4829 or at Frank.oneil@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional Information For Applicants
  • All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
  • This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
  • Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
  • Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
  • Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
  • To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
  • For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
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