Social Worker Level 1/2, Inpatient Mental Health - St George Mental Health Service
Employment Type : Permanent Full Time
Position Classification : Social Worker Level 1/2
Remuneration : $76,364.00 - $108,943.00 per annum, plus superannuation
Hours Per Week : 38
Requisition ID : REQ
Location : Kogarah, Sydney
Applications close date : 5 April 2026
Come Work With Us!
Are you a Social Worker with experience in Mental Health and want to positively impact on the lives of Mental Health consumers on their journey to recovery? Join our compassionate team providing innovative care.
You will be working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team setting and provide a high quality service to clients and families in the Inpatient Mental health Unit. Complete bio- psychosocial assessments and interventions with relation to; family issues, accommodation issues, income and other issues, violence issues, child protection, domestic violence, prevention of sexual assault/abuse and elder abuse. Provide appropriate interventions in collaboration with the treating team. Working collaboratively with the Professional Head of Social Work in the provision of a high quality social work service.
For more information we encourage you to contact Melissa Wilkinson on
Interviews are expected to held between 13 April 2026 and 17 April 2026
Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District
If you are an overseas qualified Social Worker, you are required to have your qualifications assessed by the AASW to meet the position criteria.
Where you'll be working
Inpatient Mental Health Unit, St George Mental Health Service, located on St George Hospital campus, Kogarah.
Additional Information and Benefits
* An eligibility list may be created for future Permanent Full Time positions
* Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
* Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
* Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
* Discounted Private Health Insurance.
Selection Criteria :
* Hold as a minimum a bachelor’s degree in social work which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
* Understanding of both the Mental Health and Guardianship Acts and their applicability to this role.
* Demonstrated ability to provide effective and a broad range of Social Worker interventions within an acute setting.
* Demonstrated high level interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
* Understanding of recovery focused care and principles within an acute mental health setting.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Demonstrated skills in computer literacy.
* Current Drivers Licence.
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Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.
Reasonable Adjustments
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email and let us know.
Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
Information for applicants:
* An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
* Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
* Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
* Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
* We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support () and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website