Social Worker - Acute Services Team Leader

NSW Statewide, NSW

Locum/Temp/Casual

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Social Worker

  1. Qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award, with eligibility to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning.
  2. Extensive post graduate experience working as a Social Worker across a range of clinical areas in a health setting, including demonstrated understanding of complex health conditions and the impact on patient well-being.
  3. Ability to provide high level of guidance, leadership and management of resources and services.
  4. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to apply advanced reasoning skills and independent professional judgement when dealing with situations of a novel, complex or critical nature.
  5. Demonstrated ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement initiatives and service evaluation processes and demonstrate application of evidence based practice within their clinical area
  6. Negotiation, decision making and advocacy skills including the ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
  7. Current drivers licence (or a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).
  8. Demonstrated experience in providing crisis interventions, the ability to participate in the After Hours Crisis On-Call Social Work Service.



Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Ronald Davis on [email protected]

OurCOREValues areCollaboration,Openness,Respect andEmpowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.


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[email protected]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 directiveOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseasesfor all positions prior to offer.
  • SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support ([email protected]) and for additional information please visit ourStepping Up Website

  1. Qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award, with eligibility to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning.
  2. Extensive post graduate experience working as a Social Worker across a range of clinical areas in a health setting, including demonstrated understanding of complex health conditions and the impact on patient well-being.
  3. Ability to provide high level of guidance, leadership and management of resources and services.
  4. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to apply advanced reasoning skills and independent professional judgement when dealing with situations of a novel, complex or critical nature.
  5. Demonstrated ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement initiatives and service evaluation processes and demonstrate application of evidence based practice within their clinical area
  6. Negotiation, decision making and advocacy skills including the ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
  7. Current drivers licence (or a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).
  8. Demonstrated experience in providing crisis interventions, the ability to participate in the After Hours Crisis On-Call Social Work Service.



Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Ronald Davis on [email protected]

OurCOREValues areCollaboration,Openness,Respect andEmpowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.


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[email protected]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 directiveOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseasesfor all positions prior to offer.
  • SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support ([email protected]) and for additional information please visit ourStepping Up Website

Job Ad Reference REQ553667
Date Listed 13 February 2025
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