Social Worker
3 days ago
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $73, $104,753.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Western NSW LHD Incentives (conditions apply and may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours – to find out more, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme)
Location: Wellington, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 13 Oct 2025 – 11:59pm
Social Worker
Wellington Health Service
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for a Social Worker to join one of the world's leading and connected rural health services, where we are driven by a single goal; healthier rural people- thriving communities.
A passion for coordinating support for patients while they're in the care of our health services is at the heart of the Social Worker.
The Social Worker is an integral part of the multidisciplinary health care team, providing quality services to patients / clients of the WNSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) in order to meet their health and wellbeing needs.
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.
Early in your career? Get AHEAD
Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD's Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:
- Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
- Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
- Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
- Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program.
The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information
Hear from our early-career professionals: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program
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 Donna Brennan on or at 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.
- 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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