Senior Social Worker (Level 4) - Assertive Community Management - Drug Health Services
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time; 38 hours per week up to June 2026
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 4
Requisition ID: REQ603911
Overview
Be at the forefront of a dynamic workforce utilising innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions to professionally support people requesting assistance with alcohol and drug use. The role provides senior clinical leadership and team management within the Social Work Department, mentors staff, and carries a clinical caseload. Services are delivered at several hospitals and health centres in the Sydney Local Health District network.
Responsibilities
* Provide senior clinical leadership and team management within the Social Work Department.
* Support mentoring and development of staff and carry a clinical caseload.
* Contribute to planning, implementation and evaluation of service delivery with a focus on continuous improvement and evidence-based practice.
Ideal Candidate
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Social Work with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
* Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and significant clinical experience in Social Work services.
* Strong skills in building and maintaining professional relationships (written, verbal, interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution).
* Ability to identify opportunities to lead service delivery improvements, incorporating evidence-based practice and research.
Benefits and Perks
* Allocated Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave, and Annual Leave loading.
* Salary packaging options including Novated Leasing.
* Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
* Monthly one-to-one clinical supervision.
* Confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for staff and families.
* Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport, and access to telehealth nutrition and wellness resources.
Other Information
* This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles over the next 18 months.
* Working for Sydney Local Health District – NSW Health. A Category A position requiring vaccination evidence as per policy (PD2024_015).
* SLHD is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity and inclusion; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
* For role-related queries, contact Martin O'Donnell on 0425 330 877.
Application Details
* Applications Close: 18 September 2025
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