Overview
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (38 hours per week)
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 5
Remuneration: $130,658 - $133,835 per annum + annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Canterbury Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ610397
In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!
About the Role
Canterbury Hospital is committed to providing high quality healthcare services to our local community, focused on patient and family-centred care. Since opening in 1929 our hospital continues to grow to meet the changing needs of our community and incorporate recent models of care.
Lead and manage the Social Work Department at Canterbury Hospital, including the supervision of staff, management of professional standards and development of safety and quality. The Head of Department also works with the Professional Discipline Director of Social Work and other Heads of Departments/Deputy Heads of Department to enhance Social Work services, standards and quality across the allied health stream in Sydney LHD.
For more information, please view the Position Description
Ideal Candidate
- Must hold a Bachelor or post graduate degree in Social Work according to the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award that provides eligibility for full membership with the AASW.
- Demonstrated experience and ability to identify opportunities and innovatively lead the planning, implementation and evaluation of service delivery incorporating continuous improvement, evidence based practice and research.
- Extensive experience and demonstrated ability in building and maintaining professional and therapeutic relationships with key stakeholders and patients/clients through the application of well-developed written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Benefits and Perks
- Accrued Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
- Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
- Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
- Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy PD2024_015.
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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Applications Close: 12 October 2025
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📌 Head of Department, Social Work (Social Worker Level 5) - Canterbury Hospital
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Sydney