CCLHD - Social Worker Level 3 - Inpatient Senior Clinician (After Hours ED)

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time and Temporary Part Time, until 13th December 2026
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour
Hours Per Week: 19 (Permanent), 8 (Temporary)
Location: Gosford Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ635701
Applications Close: Thursday, 5th March 2026 at 11:59pm

Some of the available roles are maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.

Are you an experienced and compassionate Social Worker ready to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families during times of illness, crisis and/or trauma? Join our dynamic team at Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) as a part time Inpatient Social Worker with Gosford After Hours Emergency Department (ED) and be a crucial part of delivering optimal health outcomes and psychosocial care.

About the Opportunity

The position is part of the Gosford Hospital Inpatient Social Work team based at Gosford Hospital that provides a professional social work service to patients and their family/carers to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes for patients consistent with CCLHD policies, procedures, standards, relevant legislation, and the NSW Health Code of Conduct. This position will work alongside multidisciplinary teams to deliver high quality care in a dynamic team environment.

In this role you will:

• Deliver trauma-informed, person-centred and culturally responsive social work services to patients and their families/carers.
• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and provide crisis intervention, brief therapeutic support and counselling.
• Support individuals and their support networks to navigate the emotional impacts of illness, trauma and crisis.
• Lead case planning, advocacy, coordination and referrals to internal and external services.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, senior leaders and service partners to ensure integrated, high-quality care.
• Manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professional standards and effective communication.

We have both a permanent part-time (19 hours per week) and a temporary full-time (8 hours per week, maternity leave) contract available.

• Permanent: 38 hours per fortnight (19 hours per week) working Friday 1600-2200, Saturday 1600-2200, and on alternating Sundays 0800-1630.
• Temporary: 8 hours per week working Saturday 0800-1630.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description. 

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) (overseas qualifications must supply the AASW Overseas Assessment number). A demonstrated understanding of the current AASW Practice Standards as they relate to Inpatient Social Work. A current valid Australian Driver's License.
• A well-developed understanding of the psychosocial issues that arise for patients and their families during chronic and acute illness and trauma. Preferably demonstrated social work experience in the clinical specialty area where applicable.
• Demonstrated experience in providing psychosocial assessment and crisis management, within person centred, trauma informed and brief intervention models and preferably within a health clinical setting and or within the clinical specialty where applicable.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?
Deborah Guild
Phone: 02 4320 2922
Email: deborah.guild@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. 

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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