Social Worker Community Care - Location Negotiable within MLHD
Social Worker, Community Care
About the role:
We are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join us in this exciting role to provide quality services to patients/clients of the Murrumbidgee Local Health District in order to meet their health and wellbeing needs
As the Community Care Social Worker, you will be responsible for:
Providing clinical services to clients living with chronic and complex conditions in the community – you will demonstrate advanced practice skills and will operate as part of the integrated multidisciplinary care team.
Exercising independent professional judgement when required to assist with the management of complex issues and management of cases where principles, procedures, techniques and methods require expansion, adaptation or modification.
Working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team
Provide support to Allied Health Assistants and students as required
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job Share and Part Time considered)
Position Classification: Social Worker – Level 3
Remuneration: $116,892.00 - $120,680.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ624941
Location: Location Negotiable within MLHD
Are you a talented Social Worker looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?
What MLHD offer:
Relocation Assistance and Accommodation Support considerations - Assistance for interstate applicants to help you transition smoothly into our community
Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
Flexible Working Arrangements
Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
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.
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
A Bachelor Degree in Social Work
Minimum three years post Graduate clinical experience
Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
Extensive knowledge, clinical proficiency and ability to work with consumers with late stage degenerative and chronic conditions and disability in the community.
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 Mid Battye – Integrated Care Team Leader on Mid.Battye@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat.
Applications close: 11 January 2026
MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
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