Social Worker Level 3 - Incentives Offered
Are you ready for a role where no two days are the same?
Remuneration: $56.68 - $58.52 per hour + super + salary packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Lvl 3
Location: Quirindi Community Health Service (HealthOne Quirindi)
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ558029
Applications Close: Thursday, 13th March 2025
About the role:
As a social worker at HealthOne Quirindi, you'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll provide high quality clinical assessment and intervention for clients, their families and carers to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes.
In this role, you will provide essential social work assessment and support for individuals facing various challenges, ensuring their safety and advocating for their well-being. Your expertise will play a critical role in helping clients navigate obstacles, develop effective coping strategies, and access the necessary resources to enhance their quality of life.
We’re committed to setting you up for success! You’ll receive a thorough orientation, with all the tools and support necessary to excel in your role. You will be linked to the HNELHD Northern Social Work network, with professional support from the Northern Professional Lead – Social Work and provided supportive clinical supervision arrangements.
Where you'll be working:
Nestled in the scenic Liverpool Plains and affectionately known as the ‘nest in the hills,’ Quirindi offers breathtaking landscapes, rolling green pastures, and stunning sunflower fields. Located less than an hour from Tamworth, this welcoming town is the perfect place to enjoy a peaceful lifestyle while making a meaningful impact in the community.
HealthOne Quirindi provides an integrated primary and community health service, incorporating General Practice, Community Health and visiting services. These services work in partnership to provide client-centre, comprehensive and coordinated care to the local community, encompassing the Liverpool Plains. The key objectives of the HealthOne NSW model include health risk identification, illness prevention, early intervention, chronic / complex disease management and multidisciplinary planned care. This position will also provide inreach services for Quirindi Hospital and Werris Creek MPS as required. Our collaborative approach ensures high-quality, coordinated care for the Liverpool Plains community.
As part of our team, you’ll work alongside dedicated Allied Health and clinical professionals in a supportive, friendly environment. We’re excited to welcome you and help you feel right at home!
About you:
We are looking for a dedicated professional with skills and experience relevant to a rural generalist social work caseload, who is not only compassionate, respectful, and genuine in their care for others but also deeply committed to making a meaningful difference in people's lives. The ideal candidate will approach each client with empathy, actively listen to their concerns, and provide thoughtful, individualised support.
At HealthOne Quirindi we believe in fostering a warm and inclusive environment where both our clients and team members feel valued and supported. If you are someone who thrives on building meaningful connections, advocating for those in need, and working collaboratively within a team that shares your passion for helping others, we would love to hear from you!
Requirements:
- Bachelor in Social Work or equivalent with eligibility for membership with Australian Association of Social Work (AASW), or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) , 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:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) , 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:
- Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- 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:
- *All payments made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis. Check your eligibility here- Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. If you would like to discuss your eligibility or current circumstances further, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Michelle Gallagher on Michelle.Gallagher@health.nsw.gov.au
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1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Michelle Gallagher on Michelle.Gallagher@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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