Social Worker (Level 3) - Transition Aged Care Program- Port Macquarie Community Health

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration: $121,568 - $125,507
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ692256
Applications Close: Monday 28th September 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa). 

What you'll be doing
This position is responsiblie for providing high quality social work services,  clinical leadership and care coordination as an integral member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team within the Transition Aged Care Program (TACP) and Aged Care Transitional Intervention Program (ACTIP) in the Hastings Macleay Clinical Network 
  
The role is responsible for supporting older people with complex health and care needs to achieve optimal health outcomes following hospital discharge.  

About You
You are a compassionate and experienced Social Worker with qualifications eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers and a strong commitment to supporting older people to achieve their goals, maintain independence, and transition successfully through stages of care. Through your work within aged care and community health settings, you provide person-centred support that addresses the complex social, emotional, health, and practical needs of individuals and their families.

You excel at working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, applying strong problem-solving skills to assess needs, coordinate services, and develop tailored care plans that support positive outcomes for clients participating in programs such as the Transition Aged Care Program (TACP) and Aged Care Transitional Interventional Program (ACTIP). Your ability to navigate complex situations and foster effective partnerships contributes to the delivery of seamless, high-quality care across the broader aged care service.

You are recognised for your excellent communication skills and your ability to engage effectively with clients, carers, healthcare professionals, and community providers. Through clear written, verbal, and electronic communication, you identify key issues, advocate for client needs, and ensure coordinated care that aligns with best practice and individual goals.

Committed to evidence-based practice, trauma-informed care, and continuous quality improvement, you actively contribute to service development and support excellence in care delivery. You are confident providing professional guidance, education, and clinical support to colleagues, including supervision and mentoring, to strengthen team capability and service outcomes. With a current NSW Driver Licence and the flexibility to travel as required, you are dedicated to delivering accessible and responsive services to older people within their communities. 
  
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit. 
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. 

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact MNCLHD-WorkforceSupport@health.nsw.gov.au .
 

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
 

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ  

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.  These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx. 

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