Deputy Service Manager - Rehabilitation

Bridge hospital and community care to create safer, stronger patient outcomes

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time 

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 5

Remuneration: $68.53 per hour - $70.20 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging 

Hours Per Week: 24

Location: Rankin Park Centre

Requisition ID: REQ669009

Applications Close: Sunday 14th June 2026
Interviews will be on Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th of June 2026 

Where you'll be working
John Hunter Hospital Social Work team invites applications from motivated and senior Social Workers with experience in leadership, line management, and rehabilitation, to join the JHH Social Work Leadership team as Deputy Service Manager at Rankin Park Hospital.

In this role, you will guide and coordinate the delivery of high-quality, person-centred social work services for inpatients, outpatients and carers engaged in rehabilitation and Day Hospital programs. 

What you'll be doing

Reporting to the Social Work Service Manager, this position is responsible for leading the Rankin Park Social Work team, with the potential to expand this line-management portfolio over time. You will provide leadership and oversight of rehabilitation services, contributing to HNELHD and NSW Health policy, guidance, and evidence relating to rehabilitation and professional practice.

The role involves overseeing team performance and day-to-day clinical operations, while providing clinical supervision, supporting professional development, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and evidence-based practice. You will work closely with sector partners and multidisciplinary teams, building strong relationships with acute and community colleagues to ensure integrated and effective care.

In addition, you will support individuals with complex cognitive, behavioural, psychological, and physical needs, helping them achieve meaningful recovery and successful reintegration into the community.

About you

The role offers the chance to influence service development and quality improvement, contributing to planning, evaluation, and innovation across rehabilitation services. You’ll play an active part in strengthening culturally respectful practice and improving health outcomes for Aboriginal people and diverse communities, while ensuring services align with professional standards, legislation, and NSW Health values.

Requirements 

1. Bachelor's degree in social work or equivalent and eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), and a minimum of 3 years fulltime post-graduate clinical experience
2. Valid unrestricted drivers' licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment

What we can offer you

At Hunter New England Health,   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

Additional information

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment 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.

How to apply
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

1. Demonstrated ability and experience in the leadership, supervision and management of Social Workers
2. Extensive clinical experience in the provision of rehabilitation Social Work services across inpatient and outpatient settings
3. Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the implementation of clinical governance processes, continuous individual and team professional development and application of evidence-based practice
    

 Need more information? 

  1) Click here for the Position Description 
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For role related queries or questions contact Sarah Mccubbin on sarah.mccubbin@health.nsw.gov.au

 Information for Applicants:

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.