Overview
Shape recovery-focused care and build your career in a place that values balance, growth, and community.
Remuneration : $56.68 - $58.52 per hour + super
Employment Type : Permanent Part Time
Position Classification : Social Worker Level 3
Location : Manning Base Hospital, Taree
Hours Per Week : 24
Requisition ID : REQ
Applications Close : Thursday, 2 October 2025
Where you'll be working
Located within Manning Base Hospital in Taree, the Manning Mental Health Inpatient Unit provides specialist inpatient care. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team committed to recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and culturally respectful care. This is a regional hospital that values career development, collaboration, and clinical excellence.
About the role
As a Level 3 Social Worker at the Maitland Mental Health Unit, you will contribute the psychosocial perspective to care within a collaborative multidisciplinary team. Your focus will include addressing psychosocial stressors, promoting family and cultural inclusion in care planning, and providing specialist input on family and domestic violence, child protection, homelessness risk, and community linkage to services.
You will be part of a small, supportive team of Social Workers in the unit, with additional professional support from a Senior Social Worker from the community team. The role includes regular clinical supervision, a comprehensive orientation program, and access to ongoing education and professional development.
This is a position where you will feel supported, valued, and empowered to continue developing your skills and advancing your career in mental health social work.
About you
We are seeking a compassionate and professional Social Worker who practices from a culturally sensitive perspective. The ideal candidate will be skilled in conducting thorough psychosocial assessments and engaging inclusively with consumers, families, and carers. You’ll have a strong understanding of the impact of mental health on individuals, be confident collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and thrive in a fast-paced, flexible environment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to balance competing demands are essential.
Requirements
- Bachelor in Social Work or equivalent with eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Work (AASW).
What we can offer you
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career with interesting work and a location that offers balance and natural beauty. We offer:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and services
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being – discounted gym options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional information
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part-time and temporary part-time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
1. Click here for the Position Description
2. Find out more about applying for this position
For role-related queries contact Heather Kilkelly at the health NSW email address provided in the original posting.
Information for Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit the provided resource link. Stepping Up Website is a resource to help Indigenous job applicants apply for NSW Health positions. This is a Category A position with required compliance for Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases prior to offer. All new employees must comply with these requirements. Hunter New England Health promotes a child-safe environment and inclusive recruitment. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please indicate this when applying.
Contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process is provided by the relevant HR contact listed in the original posting.
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📌 Social Worker Level 3 - Manning Mental Health Inpatient Unit
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Taree