Social Worker Level 1/2
15 hours ago
Are you a Social Worker looking for an opportunity to work with Aboriginal children and their families in need within your community?
$73,427 - $104,753 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time until 28 June 2026 | Porter Street Child Health Centre (North Wollongong) / Kids Hub building (Fairy Meadow) | REQ610534 | Grade: Social Worker Level 1/2 | Applications close: 26 October 2025
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
This Social Worker position provides client-centred, family-focused and evidence-based clinical services for Aboriginal children up to the age of 12 years with emotional, behavioural and/or emerging mental health concerns in the context of their family life. Additionally, as the successful candidate you will have a role in facilitating relationships between Aboriginal patients and Health professionals, advocating for the needs of Aboriginal families by educating and advising health professionals on the delivery of culturally appropriate healthcare. You will work within a large multi-disciplinary team, providing assessment, intervention, and support services for children and their families whilst also collaborating with preschools, schools, and other community services. The role will require providing services with an emphasis on attachment, parent child relationship and parenting capacity to meet the emotional needs of their child.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Descriptionhere.
A little about us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That's 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
- Valid NSW Drivers Licence
- Corroboration of Aboriginality and community
This is a temporarily funded position until 28 June 2026 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information or help applying?
- Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
- Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Sarah Gemmell on
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