End of Life Care Social Worker

Join us to provide compassionate support when it matters most.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until April 2026

Position Classification: End of Life Care Social Worker - Level 3

Remuneration: $ $58.52 per hour + superannuation

Hours Per Week: 19

Requisition ID: REQ612143

Location: Maitland Hospital

Applicaitons Close: Thursday 30th October 2025

Where you'll be working

The End of Life Care Social Work position plays a vital role within the Maitland Dungog Palliative Care Team, delivering compassionate and specialised support to patients and families facing life-limiting illness. This role is primarily based at the Old Maitland Hospital Campus, allowing close collaboration with medical, nursing, and allied health professionals in a multidisciplinary setting. In addition to its local focus, the position is an integral part of the wider Lower Hunter Social Work Team, contributing to a coordinated and consistent approach to palliative and end-of-life care across the region.

What you'll be doing

This Social Work position is a community-based role serving the Maitland and Dungog LGAs, working closely with the Palliative Care team through referrals. The primary focus is to provide comprehensive psychosocial support to clients and their families, including assessments, therapeutic counselling, group work, bereavement support, and connecting clients with relevant services.

The role is supported by the Lower Hunter Head of Social Work and Nursing management, with direct line management provided by the Head of the Social Work Department. Monthly supervision is a mandatory component of the position to ensure ongoing professional guidance. The role is part of the Lower Hunter Social Work Department, which meets monthly to promote collaboration and shared learning. Additionally, professional development is actively encouraged and supported through the Lower Hunter Allied Health Department.

About you

This position requires a social worker who is capable of working independently with minimal direct supervision, demonstrating strong decision-making and time-management skills. The successful candidate must possess comprehensive psychosocial assessment abilities to effectively evaluate and address the complex needs of clients and their families. A current driver's license is essential, as the role involves regular travel across the region to conduct home visits and provide community-based support. Additionally, the successful candidate must have advanced skills in collaborating within a multidisciplinary team, working closely with healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated and holistic care.

Requirements

• Bachelor in Social Work or equivalent with eligibility for membership with Australian Association of Social Work (AASW)
• Eligibility to drive in NSW

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. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• 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 temporary part time vacancies.
• 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.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
• Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Estelle Alsop on

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:

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit:

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 HNELHD- for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

Connect with us on Facebook and LinkedIn

.