Senior Social Worker
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Social Worker at Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital to join our inpatient Rehabilitation service. This position is temporary full time until May 2027 with the possibility of extension.
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration: $2,329.85 - $2,405.34 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ678378
- Innovation is at our core, with opportunities for research driven evidence based practice, ensuring our work remains engaging and fulfilling.
- Clear pathways for career progression, supported by training secondments, recognition and mentorship, empower employee and leaders alike to reach their professional goals.
- Join us on a journey to a place where every achievement is celebrated and every opportunity is embraced.
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital
As the Senior Social Worker in the Rehabilitation Unit, you will lead a small team of Social Workers and provide clinical interventions including assessment, counselling and case management. Your experience in the areas of NDIS, NCAT and aged care will be most valued.
- A Bachelor or post graduate degree in Social Work and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Evidence of extensive clinical experience, inclusive of experience as a Level 2 Social Work.
- Demonstrated ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement activities or service evaluation process. Experience in clinical teaching and supervision of students, level 1/2 Allied Health Professionals and/or Allied Health Assistants.
Demonstrated proficient skills and knowledge in the provision of current social work practice. A strong commitment to an evidence-based service to provide for consumers, carers and families requiring assessment, case management, intervention, appropriate referral and discharge planning.
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For role related queries or questions contact Kellyann Hennessy on Kellyann.Hennessy@health.nsw.gov.au
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.
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Applications Close: 24 July 2026
