Are you a Social Worker looking for a new opportunity to work with a dynamic, multidisciplinary team providing support to vulnerable families and improving outcomes for children and their families?
$58.95 - $60.86 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Part Time 24 hours per week until 27 June 2027 (Wednesday availability essential) | Nowra Child and Family Health Service | REQ | Grade: Social Worker Level 3 | Applications close: 15 March 2026
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
The Sustaining NSW Families (SNF) team is looking for an experienced Social Worker to join our Shoalhaven hub. SNF is a multidisciplinary home visiting service supporting families from pregnancy through to their child’s first or second birthday. As our Social Worker, you’ll play a key part in supporting families with needs beyond the Nurse Home Visitor role, working closely with Child & Family Health Nurses to build strong, therapeutic relationships with parents and children.
Your work will include casework, group programs, and community education activities in partnership with government and non government organisations. You’ll be well supported through the ISLHD Department of Social Work and the Kids & Families Social Work network as you work with families facing complex health and social challenges. If you’re passionate about making a real difference during the early years of a child’s life and looking to be part of something innovative and collaborative, we’d love to hear from you!
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A Little About Us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
ISLHD operates seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
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) Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees) Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Requirements
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role Working With Children Check (WWCC) Degree in Social Work from an accredited course providing eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Valid NSW Drivers Licence
This is a temporarily funded position until 27 June 2027 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment 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 Child Safe Standards. 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.
Need more information or help applying?
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ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.