Hospital Social Worker

Make a real impact in a close-knit team where your independence, creativity and passion for people truly matter.

Remuneration: $112,396 - $116,038 per annum + super + salary packaging

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3

Location: Singleton District Hospital

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ612712

Applications Close: Thursday, 30th October 2025

Where you'll be working:

Located on the traditional lands of the Wonnarua/Wanaruah people, Singleton is a welcoming riverside town in the Hunter Valley, just 70 km from Newcastle and under three hours from Sydney. It offers the perfect blend of community spirit, natural beauty and regional lifestyle.

Singleton District Hospital has been at the heart of the community since 1907 and continues to deliver a wide range of services from its original site, including emergency care, surgery, maternity, renal dialysis, palliative care, allied health and community programs.

In this sole Social Work role, you won't be working in isolation - you're part of a connected, supportive and multidisciplinary Allied Health team committed to high-quality, patient-centred care. You'll also join the broader Hunter Valley Social Work network alongside colleagues in Muswellbrook and Scone, led by the Social Work Head of Discipline. With opportunities for regular online and face-to-face engagement, you'll enjoy collaboration, shared knowledge and strong professional support.

About the role:

As the Social Worker at Singleton Hospital, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred psychosocial care across a variety of services. Your scope will include the Emergency Department, medical and surgical wards, maternity and antenatal clinics, dialysis, palliative care, child and family health, and other areas within the Singleton Health Service.

This is an autonomous role where you'll manage diverse and complex social work needs in a busy yet supportive environment. You'll build expertise across a broad range of practice areas, including NDIS, guardianship, conflict resolution, elder abuse, domestic and family violence, child protection, carer stress, grief and loss, and palliative care.

You'll also have the chance to connect beyond the hospital through involvement in collaborative networks and initiatives such as Safe Start, SAMs, interagency forums and stakeholder meetings. Professional growth is encouraged, with opportunities to contribute to quality improvement, education and ongoing learning.

You'll be well supported in this role, with strong connections across the Singleton Hospital multidisciplinary and Allied Health teams, as well as the broader Hunter Valley Social Work network. You'll be line-managed by the Social Work Head of Discipline and have access to both individual and group professional supervision on a regular basis.

There are monthly face-to-face meetings with the wider Social Work team, along with opportunities to participate in team activities and collaborative forums. You'll also have access to training and education through My Health Learning, and be encouraged to explore additional professional development opportunities as they arise.

About you:

We're looking for someone who is adaptable, flexible and collaborative in their approach to practice. You'll be confident working independently and autonomously, bringing strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to a complex and dynamic environment.

You're open to learning, growth and professional development, and you're someone who contributes to the development of the wider multidisciplinary team and health service. You thrive in a team setting, use creativity to navigate limited resources, and bring a supportive, solutions-focused mindset to your work.

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
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 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

The Welcome Experience:

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Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• Job share arrangements may be considered for the right applicants.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment 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.

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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:

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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.

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.

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.

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