NSW Government

Social Worker Lvl 3 - Critical Care & ICU - Targeted

🔍 New Lambton, John Hunter Hospital | Hunter

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Social Worker
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Hunter New England Local Health District
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REQ536918 Requisition #
 
Remuneration: $54.77 - $56.54 Per Hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time – Maternity leave cover, Until January 2026
Position Classification: Social Worker Lvl 3
Hours Per Week: 22
Requisition ID: REQ536918
Closing Date: Sunday, 1st of December 

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.

About the role:
Joining the John Hunter Hospital Critical Care Social Work team you role will include covering the clinical areas of ED, ICU, Surgical, Trauma and same day procedure Surgical Wards.
Your day-to-day will include providing social work interventions to patients admitted to the JHH ICU and their families. It is based within the Intensive care unit with some coverage of the Paediatric Intensive Care unit if that Social Worker is unavailable.


Where you will be working:
The fixed working days are Monday to Wednesday, totalling 22 hours per week. You will work closely with the other Social Workers in the Critical care team as well as the ICU Multidisciplinary team including Organ donation team, other allied health professionals and may be asked to participate in education of ICU staff around social work interventions and communication with families.

You’ll be well-supported in this role with mentoring from the CCT Team Leader, Service Manager, and experienced Level 3 and 4 Social Workers within the department. We’re committed to helping you grow, so we’ll work with you to create a tailored Professional Development Plan to enhance your skills and knowledge. Cultural mentoring and support are also available to ensure you feel confident and connected in your role.


What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) , 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) 
  •      6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses) 
  •       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




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. 
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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 Fran Hodgson on Fran.Hodgson@health.nsw.gov.au


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: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp. 
 
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 Local Health District (HNELHD) 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.

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