At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to provide essential social work support in a hospital setting.
- Company: Western NSW Local Health District, committed to community health and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Earn 5-10k incentives, enjoy professional development, and access peer support.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in rural health while kick-starting your career.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in social work and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 69300 - 84700 $ per year.
Social Worker - 5-10k Incentives Offered
About the role An exciting opportunity exists for a Social Worker Level 1/2 to join an established team of six skilled Social Workers at Dubbo Health Service and to extend practice across all areas of Social Work.
The role of a Social Worker in the hospital setting is unique and provides an amazing opportunity to experience all facets of Social Work.
Our Social Workers attend and support various wards/units within the hospital, undertake psychosocial assessments and provide a range of therapeutic interventions.
The successful applicant will be provided with an ‘orientation buddy’, have access to professional development and be supported to engage in regular and meaningful clinical supervision.
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health.
To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
Early in your career? Get AHEAD!
Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD’s Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program.
- This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:
- Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
- Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
- Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
- Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program.
The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information
Hear from our early-career professionals: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program
Role‑related enquiries: Please contact Emma Parkes on (02) 6809 6*** or at ***********@health. nsw. gov. au for more information.
- Additional information for applicants
- All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position.
This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26.
Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace.
Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre‑employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU).
This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care.
All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse.
For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children’s Guardian
- Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging.
As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
- To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
- For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
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Social Worker in Dubbo employer: NSW Health
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