Social Worker - Sustaining NSW Families - Maternity Leave Relief - Wagga
Employment Type: Full Time Temporary until 4 September 2026 (leave relief)
Position Classification: Social Worker - Level 4
Remuneration: $121,658.00 - $124,607.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ593225
Applications Close: 21 August 2025
Vaccination Category: A
Are you a talented Social Worker looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?
Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and passionate Social Worker who is ready for a new adventure. As the Social Worker, you will be working as part of the dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary team. This is your opportunity to step into a position where no two days are the same. You will have opportunities to work within a range of settings at Wagga Wagga Health Service.
To learn more about the community of Wagga Wagga- visit us here.
About the role:
We are looking for an enthusiastic Social Worker to be a part of the multidisciplinary health care team, providing high-quality care to patients/ clients of the Murrumbidgee Local Health District in order to support management of their health needs and to promote wellness.
As the Social Worker, you will be responsible for:
- Providing comprehensive Social Worker service across a range of clinical areas and settings.
- Providing a consultative service in area/s of clinical expertise to clinicians across the district to promote the consistent provision of safe high quality patient centred care.
- Evaluating treatment according to patient/client goal achievement in collaboration with senior clinicians as appropriate, with alterations to intervention/plans made accordingly.
- Collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to optimise the health care and wellbeing of each client and their loved ones.
- Lead, complete and share in continuous improvement initiatives, to enhance service delivery and client/patient/consumer outcomes, and participation in clinical research activities as required
To see all role requirements please review the Position Description
What MLHD offer:
- Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing
- Relocation Support: Assistance for interstate applicants to help you transition smoothly into our community
Professional Growth and Development: Access to ongoing training and education with clear pathways to advance with NSW Health
- Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
- Flexible Working Arrangements
About You
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate: - An in-depth understanding and ability to provide social worker services in a curious and empathetic way to families participating in the program.
- Tertiary Qualifications in social work which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Work (AASW)
- High level of professionalism with ability to work independently and as part of a large team
- Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to manage a diverse workload and prioritise services where necessary
How to Apply
Embrace the infinite opportunities to lead with compassion and make a lasting impact within our community. Contact Catherine Pearson, Sustained NSW Families Clinical Co-ordinator NUM2 Child and Family Health on 0437688975 or email Catherine.pearson1@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat.
Apply Online! Your application will require you to include a resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you are a good fit for this position.
MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal People and people from racial, ethnic, or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disability.
