Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until July 2027
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $38.51- $54.94 per hour
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ663134
Application close: Sunday 14th June 2026 at 11.59pm
This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.
Social Worker Level 1/2 – World-Class End-of-Life Care
If you are a compassionate and skilled Social Worker with experience in palliative care, Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) offers an exceptional opportunity to undertake meaningful and rewarding work while making a lasting impact on the health and wellbeing of people across the Central Coast.
About The Opportunity
As part of a community-based multidisciplinary Allied Health team, you will deliver person-centred care to clients and their families across a range of community settings. The role works closely with ward-based social workers to support continuity of care for outpatients who are admitted to hospital and, where appropriate, provides inpatient support to assist with ongoing care planning and coordination.
Working within a dedicated interdisciplinary team, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Key responsibilities include:
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Conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments and providing counselling and emotional support to patients and carers navigating life-limiting illness and end-of-life care
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Undertaking case management, care planning, advocacy, liaison, and referrals to ensure timely access to appropriate community and support services
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Collaborating closely with interdisciplinary colleagues, senior clinicians, and managers to deliver responsive, proactive, and effective social work services
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Participating in service development, quality improvement, evaluation activities, and the education and supervision of staff and students
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Working collaboratively with social work colleagues to ensure equitable and timely service delivery across multiple geographical locations and services within CCLHD
This position involves providing clinical services across various sites within the Central Coast Local Health District and offers the opportunity to be part of a supportive team committed to excellence in end-of-life care.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
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Qualification of a Degree in Social Work from an accredited course providing eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) (overseas qualifications must supply the AASW Overseas Assessment number) with demonstrated understanding of the current AASW Practice Standards as they relate to the position and a commitment to maintaining a professional skill and knowledge base and current drivers licence.
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Demonstrated well-developed understanding of the psycho-social impact of acute and chronic health conditions and in the range of related social work interventions required in community social work clinical practice.
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Demonstrated skills and experience in working with a broad range of NSW Health, government and non-government organisations to achieve desired clinical outcomes for service and clients
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Demonstrated effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills including the ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences and modalities (individual, family and groups).
Applicants must have current Australian work rights. We are unable to consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
At Central Coast Local Health District, you’ll be supported to grow, thrive, and succeed:
Work-Life Balance
- Accrued day off each month (ADO)
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Paid parental leave
Financial Benefits
- Salary packaging to increase your take‑home pay
- Novated leasing options
- Relocation assistance (where eligible)
Health & Wellbeing
- Discounted gym access through Fitness Passport
- Free flu vaccinations
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
- Access discounted private health insurance
Career Growth
- Access to professional development and education
- Secondment and career‑advancement opportunities across the District
Need More Information?
Georgina Rosee
Phone: 0416 199 384
Email: [email protected]
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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at [email protected] or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:
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Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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