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$40.05 - $57.14 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Part-Time 14 hours per week | Illawarra Community Mental Health Service | REQ686303 | Grade: Social Worker Level 1/2 | Applications close: 1 September 2026

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To provide high quality evidence based clinical services to Mental Health consumers including assessment, care coordination, intervention, liaison and review as part of a multidisciplinary team for adults referred to the service with amental illness or disorder. These interventions will be based on an appropriate model of practice as specified by the individual's professional background, skills, and experience and will be informed by evidence-based treatment guidelines. To work effectively with consumers, families and services to provide/co-ordinate high quality strengths based assessment, treatment and management.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the here.

A little about us.

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That's 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

operates seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

Advantages of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)





- - less tax and more take-home pay

- - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

- - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

- - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

- Applicable vaccination requirements for a role.

- Working With Children Check (WWCC)

- Approved tertiary qualifications in Social Work and current membership of the AASW.

- Current unrestricted Class C drivers licence.

ISLHD is an equal chance employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

- Visit the ISLHD website for , and

- Visit the . Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.

- Visit . The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.

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- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Amandeep Rai at ​

ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.

📌 Primary Clinician/ Social Worker (Level 1/2) – Illawarra Community Mental Health Service (Australia)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Australia