Senior Social Worker (Lvl 3) - Mental Health Service, SWSLHD - Perm FT/PT
Requisition ID: REQ677162
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time up to 38 hours per week
Remuneration: Social Worker Level 3: $61.31 - $63.29 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Mental Health Service, SWSLHD
Applications close: 26/07/2026
Contact: Erin Chaplin on Erin.Chaplin@health.nsw.gov.au| 0467731849
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
South Western Sydney Local Health District is interested in recruiting for a Senior Social Worker who is hardworking, enthusiastic and passionate about working in the inpatient mental health setting.
The Senior Social Worker will be responsible for providing a wide range of social work interventions including a leadership role working closely with the Social Work Team Leader and the Social Work Head of Department.
There is also a wide range of professional and learning opportunities within this role along with the support of the dynamic and well-established social work team who aspires to provide the highest standard of social work service to the consumers within the inpatient mental health units in SWSLHD.
This position is part of a larger Social Work Department within the inpatient mental health service operating across Liverpool, Campbelltown, and Bankstown Hospitals. We are open to job share arrangements for candidates seeking part-timework, provided service delivery needs are met.
Life at South Western Sydney Local Health District is rewarding, progressive and diverse and is always focused on achieving our Vision of Leading Care, Healthier Communities
Are You the Right Fit?
The ideal candidate will need to possess advance knowledge and consultation to the other social work colleagues regarding various social work interventions and generally, a high levels of clinical expertise and specialised knowledge in order to provide a high-quality Social Work care to families, carers and consumers of the mental health service.
They are expected to provide high-quality psychosocial assessments and interventions to consumers receiving mental health treatment in hospital. They will play a vital part in supporting patients through their recovery journey, including discharge planning and connecting them with community supports.
As a senior member of the team, you’ll collaborate with fellow social workers and the broader multidisciplinary team, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and provide clinical supervision to junior staff
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- A Social Work degree that provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), together with extensive postgraduate experience as a Social Worker in relevant clinical settings, including a demonstrated understanding of complex health conditions and their impact on wellbeing.
- Describe a complex clinical social work situation where you were required to manage competing priorities, work under pressure, and use independent professional judgement to achieve a positive outcome.
Provide an example of how you have demonstrated leadership within a social work service through clinical supervision, mentoring, or quality improvement.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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