Social Worker Level 3

Advance your Social Work career at James Fletcher Hospital, delivering trauma-informed care within a supportive, multidisciplinary team

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

Location: James Fletcher Hospital | Awabakal Country

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time – Until June 2027

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3

Requisition ID: REQ605993

Applications Close: Sunday 28th September 2025

Whilst 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.

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• ADO's each month (for full time employees)
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Where you'll be working

Located just minutes from Newcastle Beach and the CBD, James Fletcher Hospital offers a truly unique and rewarding workplace. You'll join a dedicated and collaborative team that values innovation, wellbeing, and professional development, while delivering care that helps people navigate complex challenges.

About the role

As a Social Worker Level 3, you'll play a vital role in supporting clients experiencing complex psychosocial issues. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, trauma-informed social work services to clients, families, and carers.
• Provide expert consultation to clinicians, supporting the best possible health outcomes.
• Work across a range of specialist services including the Newcastle Cannabis Clinic, Hunter Drug and Alcohol Counselling Service, and the Stimulant Treatment Program.

About you

You're an approachable professional with a non-judgemental manner and excellent active listening skills. You understand the importance of empathy, clear boundaries, and professionalism in building effective working relationships.

What we offer

You'll be supported by a strong multidisciplinary team including your Line Manager, the Psychosocial Services Clinical Lead, and the DACS Allied Health Clinical Lead. We also provide:

• Regular supervision and mentoring.
• Access to resources and ongoing training.
• A culture that prioritises wellbeing and professional growth.

Requirements:

• Must hold as a minimum a bachelor degree in social work which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers and a minimum of three years full time experience.
• Eligibility to drive in NSW and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes which may involve driving long distances.

Additional Information:

• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

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Information for Applicants:

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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.