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$56.68 - $58.52 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Part Time 14 hours per week until 8 February 2026 | Nowra Youth Mental Health | REQ608252 | Grade: Social Worker Level 3 | Applications close: 14 October 2025
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
Provide specialist Social Work service to patients, clients, consumers and their family/carers to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes consistent with ISLHD policies, procedures, standards, relevant legislation, and the NSW Health Code of Conduct. This position provides the above Social Work and case management service to the consumers of CAYMHS/ ISLHD.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the here.
A little about us.
In the Shoalhaven, on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate three hospital sites:, and
There are many benefits of living and working in. The region is home to some of Australia's most beautiful beaches, waterways and National Parks - with Jervis Bay and Kangaroo Valley only a short, 20-minute drive away - and is also host to many annual food and arts festivals and events.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- - less tax and more take-home pay
- - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a role
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
- Valid NSW Drivers Licence
This is a temporary leave relief position until 8 February 2026 with the possibility of extension.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive setting for all employees.
ISLHD 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 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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