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Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (85 weeks)
Position Classification: Social Worker Lvl 3
Remuneration: $121,568.00 - $125,507.00 per annum pro rata
Hours Per Week: 14
Requisition ID: REQ681772

This vacancy is maternity leave relief for an initial period of up to 85 weeks for 14 hours per week; the hours and period of employment may change according to the maternity leave requirements. There is also the possibility of an extension at same / reduced hours.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior Social Worker to commence with our Social Work Department across the Tweed Valley, Murwillumbah District and Byron Central Hospitals.

At Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD), our Allied Health professionals are trusted, supported and encouraged to make a real impact every day. Working together across disciplines, we focus on what matters most, providing person-centred care that helps people live healthier and more independent lives. Our teams include physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, dietitians, social workers, exercise physiologists, and podiatrists. Whether in hospitals, community settings, or people's homes, we work side by side to support individuals and families through all stages of life. Here, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, respect, and genuine care for our regional communities. If you're looking for meaningful work where your skills and ideas are appreciated and where you can see the difference you make, join us at NNSWLHD.





The successful candidate will become an integral member of our senior Social Work team across the three sites and will be responsible for the supervision and upskilling of our junior Social Work workforce.

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.

If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.

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 setting to improve health outcomes and make a positive impact on the lives of many people and the community.

Learn more about how you can work with a collaborative, cooperative, and respectful team while enjoying endless opportunities for professional and personal growth.

You care. We care. .

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For role related queries or questions contact Jaymie Hall on [email protected]

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Applications Close: 17 August 2026

NNNSWLHD 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.

For help with your application to this role visit , our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.

To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see .

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy

You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position.

This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.

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📌 Social Worker - Tweed / Murwillumbah / Byron
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Murwillumbah