At a Glance
- Tasks: Make a difference in healthcare by providing support to patients and families in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join the Western NSW Local Health District, committed to healthier rural communities.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
- Other info: Diverse workplace with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Be part of a collaborative team making real impacts in patient care.
- Qualifications: Must have social work qualifications and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 63.3 - 63.3 $ per hour.
Western NSW Local Health District – Bathurst NSW
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration: $61.31 - $63.30 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health Incentives (conditions apply, may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours).
Location: Bathurst, NSW
Hours Per Week: 20 - Job share may be considered
Applications Close: 4 Oct 2026 – 11:59pm
About the role:
Make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities as part of the multidisciplinary team at Bathurst Hospital. As a Social Worker, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality patient-centred care while contributing to service improvement and innovation in a dynamic healthcare environment. Join a collaborative and supportive workplace where your expertise is valued, and enjoy the benefits of flexible work practices, salary packaging and a range of wellbeing programs.
At Western NSW Local Health District, we are committed to healthier rural people and thriving communities across regional and remote New South Wales.
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Jenny Rose, Head of Department on 02 6330 5*** 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.
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.
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Contact Details:
Western NSW Local Health District Recruitment Team
