Overview
Located within the 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 an exciting prospect to join a regional hospital that values professional development, collaboration, and clinical excellence, in a location offering a relaxed lifestyle, affordable living, and natural beauty.
About the Role
As a Level 3 Social Worker at the Maitland Mental Health Unit, you will play a key role within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, contributing the psychosocial perspective to care. Your focus will include addressing psychosocial stressors, promoting family and cultural inclusion in care planning, and providing specialist input on family and domestic violence and child protection. You will also support individuals at risk of homelessness and help maintain community connections by linking consumers with appropriate services and supports.
This is an opportunity to use your expertise to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others, while working within a team that values collaboration, compassion, and holistic, person-centred care.
You will be part of a small, supportive team of Social Workers based in the unit, with additional professional support provided by 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 robust 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 Australian Association of Social Work (AASW).
What We Can Offer You
- Interesting work in a supportive, regional hospital environment
- Salary: Remuneration $56.68 - $58.52 per hour plus super
- Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
- Hours Per Week: 24
- Location: Manning Base Hospital, Taree
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional Information
- Applications Close: Sunday, 12th October 2025
- 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?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
For role-related queries, contact Heather Kilkelly at
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment and an inclusive workplace. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply and will provide accommodations on request during the recruitment process. For confidential assistance, contact Rebecca Caldwell at
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📌 Social Worker Level 3 - Manning Mental Health Inpatient Unit
🏢 Hunter New England Local Health District
📍 Taree