Generalist Social Worker

1 week ago

Kurri Kurri, New South Wales, Australia Hunter New England Health Full time $52,000 - $130,878 per year

Join a collaborative and supportive team making a real difference in patient care

Remuneration: $ $52.83 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging

Location: Kurri Kurri Hospital

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1/2

Hours Per Week: 16

Requisition ID: REQ600936

Applications Close: Tuesday 23rd September 2025

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
  • 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

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Social Worker to join our Cessnock Kurri Kurri Social Work Team, based at Kurri Kurri Hospital Multipurpose and Allied Health Centre.

In this role, you'll be a key member of our skilled multidisciplinary team, working closely with medical and allied health colleagues to support patients across the medical ward and rehabilitation unit.

What you'll do

  • Deliver psychosocial interventions and supports to patients and their families
  • Undertake psychosocial assessments and facilitate family meetings
  • Complete Guardianship applications and support NDIS-related processes
  • Receive and manage referrals through the Electronic Journey Board
  • Contribute to patient-centred care in both inpatient and rehab settings

What we're looking for
- We're seeking a skilled, independent practitioner who can thrive with minimal supervision and bring strong psychosocial assessment skills. You'll also need:

A current driver's licence and willingness to travel across the region for meetings
- Flexibility to contribute to an after-hours social work roster when required
- A commitment to professional growth and collaboration

What we offer

  • Ongoing support from the Lower Hunter Head of Social Work and Nursing management
  • Monthly supervision and opportunities for reflective practice
  • Connection with the Lower Hunter Social Work Department, with regular meetings and peer support
  • Commitment to your professional development through the Lower Hunter Allied Health Department

Requirements:
- Must hold as a minimum a bachelor degree in social work which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer

Additional Information:

  • 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.
  • An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
  • We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying 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.

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