Social Worker (Lvl 1) - Fairfield Drug Health Service - Perm FT
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- Social Worker
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- REQ664345 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Requisition ID: REQ664345
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $76364.00 - $89232.00 per year + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Fairfield Inpatient Withdrawal Unit
Applications close: 07/06/26
Contact: Corrina D’monte - Nurse Unit Manager on Corrina.dmonte@health.nsw.gov.au
Join a skilled multidisciplinary team delivering evidence-based care, where your impact supports recovery and lasting change.
Achieve Something Great
Achieve something great as a Social Worker with Fairfield Drug Health Service, where you will support recovery journeys and help drive meaningful change in a specialist inpatient setting.
- Join a close-knit, highly experienced Inpatient Withdrawal Management Unit and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
- Deliver evidence-based, strengths-focused, and recovery-oriented care to support clients through their treatment and wellbeing journey.
- Work closely with consumers to develop, coordinate, and implement personalised recovery plans that build resilience and achieve individual goals.
- Play an active role in quality improvement initiatives, helping to enhance service delivery and client outcomes.
- Make a tangible difference every day by empowering individuals and supporting positive, long-term recovery outcomes.
Are You the Right Fit?
Are you the right fit to make a meaningful impact and support recovery in a dynamic, client-focused environment?
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective time management to manage complex caseloads.
- Bring excellent communication, active listening, and documentation skills to support high-quality, client-centred care.
- Show empathy, emotional intelligence, and cultural competence when working with diverse client groups.
- Apply sound client assessment, case planning, and problem-solving skills to support recovery-oriented outcomes.
- Thrive in a collaborative team environment, with the ability to adapt, resolve conflict, and confidently de-escalate challenging situations.
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.
- Relevant qualifications as a qualified Social Worker eligible for registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
- Describe a time you reviewed a client and identified gaps related to risk (e.g., current charges/antecedents, mental health, DV, child protection).
- What is your understanding of and commitment to harm reduction and consumer led recovery principles?
Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
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 SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@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
Temporary visa holders
May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
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.
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