Social Worker Level 3 - Team Lead

Mid North Coast Local Health District

Reference number

REQ668493

Occupation

Social Worker

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Port Macquarie & Mid-North Coast

Salary Information

$116892 - $120680

Closing date

29 June 2026 at 11:59pm

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3

Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ668493

Advertising Closes: 29 June 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Australian Work Rights Visa). You must attach to your application in order to progress.

Use your advanced Social Work skills to make a real difference in the lives of patients and families while helping shape best-practice care within a supportive healthcare team. What you'll be doing

As a Social Worker Level 3, you will provide expert psychosocial assessment, intervention and support to patients and families experiencing complex health challenges. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you'll contribute to high-quality patient care while supporting service development, quality improvement and the growth of the Social Work profession through leadership and supervision.

About You

You are an experienced Social Worker with eligibility for AASW membership and a strong background in health social work. You bring excellent assessment, communication and teamwork skills, thrive in complex clinical environments, and are passionate about delivering person-centred care while contributing to professional excellence and continuous improvement.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer below to contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

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Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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Need more information?

about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Leanne Varley via phone on 6656 7278 or via email on ***email_hidden***

For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact [email protected]

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