CCLHD - Social Worker - Community Allied Health Team
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1 / Level 2
Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ570687
Make a Real Difference in the Lives of Patients and Carers Across the Central Coast
Exciting opportunities are available for a qualified and compassionate Social Workers to join the Community Allied Health Team at Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD). These roles are ideal for a dedicated professional who thrives in a multidisciplinary, community-based environment and is passionate about delivering person-centred care across a wide range of settings.
About the Role
As a Social Worker within Community Allied Health, you will be part of an interdisciplinary team delivering holistic, client-focused care to people in their homes, clinics, aged care facilities, and other community-based settings. You will also support several specialist programs across the district, including the Specialist Palliative Care Service, Chronic Disease Programs, and the Enhanced Community Care programs.
This position plays a vital role in providing psychosocial assessments, counselling, advocacy, and care coordination to patients and their families dealing with the emotional, social, and practical impacts of illness. You will work closely with colleagues and senior leaders to ensure the effective planning and delivery of high-quality social work services.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessments and therapeutic interventions for patients and carers.
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Deliver case planning, referral, and advocacy services to connect clients with appropriate community supports.
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Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to support integrated care delivery.
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Participate in service development, quality improvement, and service evaluation activities.
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Supervise and mentor social work students and contribute to staff education initiatives.
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Provide social work services across various settings, including home visits, residential aged care facilities, and clinics.
For more information, please visit Position Description
About You
- Qualification of a Degree in Social Work from an accredited course providing eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) (overseas qualifications must supply the AASW Overseas Assessment number) with demonstrated understanding of the current AASW Practice Standards as they relate to the position and a commitment to maintaining a professional skill and knowledge base.
- You have a unrestricted Drivers Licence.
- You have a well-developed understanding of the psycho-social impact of acute and chronic health conditions and in the range of related social work interventions required in community social work clinical practice.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
- Work-Life Balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- Financial Benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
- Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
- Career Growth – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD
Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
Need More Information?
For role-related queries, please contact:
Georgina Rosee
Phone: 0416 199 384
Email: georgina.rosee@health.nsw.gov.au
You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.
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