Social Worker Violence, Abuse and Neglect Level 3
Join the Social Worker Violence, Abuse and Neglect Level 3 role at Hunter New England Local Health District.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker, Abuse & Neglect Level 3
Remuneration: $56.68 - $58.52 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Muswellbrook Community Health Service
Applications Close: Monday 13th October 2025
This position is based at the Muswellbrook Community Health Service and is part of the Upper Hunter Social Work team. The team is small, collaborative, and supportive, comprising Social Workers and an Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer from diverse backgrounds with a broad range of skills and knowledge.
What You'll Be Doing
* Represent the Hunter Valley Social Work service in networks and meetings.
* Participate in collaborative multidisciplinary team (MDT) services, including Safe Start and SAM, across the Hunter Valley district.
* Provide consultation, education, and support to colleagues, MDT members, and other services both within and outside NSW Health.
* Offer clinical guidance and support to the Social Work team regarding VAN-related issues and presentations.
Direct clinical social work interventions for VAN presentations will be provided in the Hospital and Emergency Departments at Scone, Muswellbrook, and Singleton Hospitals as required.
About You
* Demonstrate advanced skills in psychosocial assessment, trauma-informed response, and intervention to coordinate health responses for those impacted by violence, abuse, and neglect.
Requirements
* Relevant qualifications and experience as per Award Classification including or equivalent including a Bachelor degree in Social Work with eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and/or other qualification deemed relevant by the employer.
What We Can Offer You
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work life balance
* Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Hunter New England Local Health District is an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community.
We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process.
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