At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead social work services in maternity and paediatrics, optimising patient care.
- Company: Join Sydney Local Health District, a leader in community healthcare.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, monthly days off, and paid parental leave.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in families' lives while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Social Work and advanced clinical experience required.
The predicted salary is between 121568 - 125507 $ per year.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (38 Hours per week)
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration: $121,568 - $125,507 per annum + Superannuation
Location: Canterbury Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ702949
Would you like to become part of a committed team, always striving to deliver excellence in the health sector?
About the Role
Canterbury Hospital is committed to providing high quality healthcare services to our local community, focused on patient and family-centred care. The Social Worker will provide senior clinical leadership within Social Work service provision including optimisation of patient/client care delivery, as well as supporting the mentoring and development of staff including provision of supervision and direction to Level 1/2 staff and students on clinical placements in accordance with the award.
Ideal Candidate
- Must hold a Bachelor or post graduate degree in Social Work that provides eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, with Current NSW Driver’s Licence (P1 and P2 acceptable).
- Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge, skill and significant clinical experience in the provision of social work, with experience at Level 2 or higher.
- Demonstrated high level verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences.
Benefits and Perks
- Monthly Accrued Day Off
- Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!
- Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance, visit SalaryPackagingPlus
- Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families
- Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information, visit SLHD Benefits
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Applications Close: 2 November 2026
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