Overview
This position qualifies for a Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (pro-rata part-time/temporary positions less than 18 months), and a recurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000 (pro-rata part-time), under the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.
Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Social Worker Lvl 3Remuneration: $116,892 - $120,680 + SuperannuationHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ648173Location: Broken Hill
It's not that far away. Only a 3 hour drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia!
Why Broken Hill
* Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms.
Take a quick look at Living and Working in the Far West.
What you'll be doing
* Provision of Social Work services within Broken Hill Health Service.
* Provide an evidence based therapeutic counselling service across a range of clinical areas and client groups.
* Work in partnership with a range of community and government agencies to build capacity within the community to meet the needs of client groups.
* Provide support regarding the psychosocial needs of clients and consultancy in regard to strategic interventions with clients to other health staff.
What is on offer
* Fitness Passport
* 5 weeks paid annual leave per year (pro-rata)
* Salary packaging and access to up to $9k for living expenses plus $2.6k for meal & entertainment
* Novated leasing
* A paid allocated day off (ADO) every month
* Learning and development support with access to further education and training
* A comfortable and affordable lifestyle with food, wine and scenery at your doorstep
About the Far West LHD
The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high-quality public health services to communities in far western NSW. FWLHD aims to provide the highest quality care using the latest clinical evidence and technological enablers, with a focus on excellence in rural and remote healthcare. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse, and we encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.
About Broken Hill
Broken Hill is a regional town rich in diversity, history and character. It is known for its cultural heritage, art scene and natural landscapes, offering a relaxed country lifestyle with access to major facilities and services.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please address the selection criteria in your application as thoroughly as possible:
* Social Work Degree with eligibility for membership of AASW.
* Demonstrated advanced practice skills in providing therapeutic counselling services to children, adults and families.
* Ability to establish collaborative partnerships with external agencies and programs; adherence to NSW Health Code of Conduct and professional standards where applicable.
* Ability to implement a Primary Health Care approach in response to identified issues.
* Knowledge of socio-economic issues impacting health outcomes in a rural community.
* Proven high-level verbal and non-verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide client-focused psychosocial and strategic consultation to team members.
* Ability to work autonomously with independent professional judgement and minimal supervision.
The Welcome Experience
The Welcome Experience in Broken Hill connects you and your family with local people and resources to help you settle in and feel at home faster. Learn more about the Welcome Experience in the Far West.
Need more information?
Applications Close: 9 April 2026
Stepping Up is a resource to help Aboriginal job applicants apply for positions within NSW Health. If you are Aboriginal, visit the Stepping Up website for more information.
Empower, listen and act together. At Far West Local Health District we are an equal opportunity employer and encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from LGBTQI+ communities to apply.
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