Social Worker Level 3 - Youth Drug and Alcohol Services - Targeted

Remuneration: $112,396 - $116,038 per annum + super
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until June 2026
Position Classification: Social Worker Lvl 3
Location: John Hunter Children's Hospital
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ561272
Applications Close: Sunday, 23rd March 2025

About the role:
Joining the Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services Youth Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services Consultation Liaison team based at John Hunter Children's Hospital you will provide professional social work services to young people up to the age of 24 and their family/carers to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes.

Working in a dynamic team environment alongside the other members of John Hunter Children's Hospital you will deliver a high-quality youth health care and specialist support and advice to the emergency department and primary treating team for young people who present to and are admitted to the John Hunter Hospital and the Lakeview Withdrawal Unit.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work and eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• At least 3 years fulltime equivalent experience working as a social worker.
• Eligible to drive in NSW and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes which may involve driving long distances.

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 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 
• You can access scholarships or grants to support your ongoing training and professional development Scholarships & Grants for Health Care Education & Training | HETI 

Additional information:

• This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

 

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. 


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For role related queries or questions contact Raka Tierney on Raka.Tierney@health.nsw.gov.au