Employment Type
Permanent Full Time
Position Classification
Social Worker Level 1/2
Remuneration
$76,364.00 - $108,943.00 per annum
Hours Per Week
38
Requisition ID
REQ660020
Qualifications
Professionals who fall under the Health Professionals State Award must provide evidence of three years' clinical experience in their profession to be appointed at a Level 2 and above.
About The Role
At the Northern NSW Local Health District, our allied health professionals are empowered to lead change, collaborate across disciplines, and shape the future of healthcare. We play a vital role in delivering holistic, person‐centred care across Northern NSW — supporting individuals and families through every stage of life.
Our dynamic multidisciplinary teams include physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, dietitians, social workers, exercise physiologists, and podiatrists. Together, they use their diverse expertise to enhance recovery, promote participation in everyday life, and improve overall wellbeing and quality of life.
Whether working in hospitals, community settings, or providing care in people's homes, our allied health professionals are at the forefront of innovative, compassionate healthcare — making a meaningful difference in the lives of our regional communities every day.
About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)
We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well‐balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.
Working in Community & Allied Health
Join the vibrant team of professionals who enjoy a fulfilling career providing community and allied health services in beautiful regional NSW. Community and Allied Health in Northern NSW Local Health District offers a diverse range of rewarding employment and professional opportunities.
Providing services across the life span from antennal to end of life care, we offer generous access to professional development and education opportunities, clinical supervision and support, and a range of health and wellbeing strategies. With a focus on client driven service improvement and compassionate and empowered care we aim to provide staff with a welcoming and engaging work environment to improve health outcomes and make a positive impact on the lives of many people and the community.
Benefits
* Salary packaging and novated leasing – increase your take‐home pay
* Fitness discounts – focus on your health and wellbeing
* Growth – access to professional and personal development
* Team culture – work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment
* Opportunities to start or build a career, or re‐enter the workforce
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Applications Close
27 May 2026
Equal Opportunity Statement
NNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.
NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.
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