Make a Meaningful Difference as a Social Worker Level 3 - Lakeview Inpatient Unit: Lead innovative group programs, empower clients on their recovery journey and be part of a passionate multidisciplinary team delivering compassionate, person-centred care in the beautiful Lake Macquarie region.

Remuneration: $61.31 - $63.29 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3

Hours Per Week: 19

Location: Belmont Hospital | Lakeview Withdrawal Management Service | Awabakal Country

Requisition ID: REQ683140

Applications Close: Sunday 30th August 2026

About The Role

As a Social Worker Level 3 - Lakeview Inpatient Unit, you will play a key role in the development, coordination and facilitation of the Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services (DACS) Lakeview Group Program. Through engaging group programs, the role will empower clients to build positive social connections, participate in recreational activities, and develop greater awareness through health promotion and education while receiving care within the Lakeview Withdrawal Management Service.

You will be part of a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team, with guidance from the Nurse Unit Manager, Allied Health Lead, District Manager and a range of experienced professionals across the service. With a strong commitment to professional growth, DACS provides ongoing education sessions and encourages opportunities to expand clinical knowledge, skills and expertise.

Work At Lakeview Withdrawal Management Service

Nestled within the Belmont Hospital Campus, Lakeview Withdrawal Management Service offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference within a specialist inpatient setting in the beautiful Lake Macquarie region. You’ll become part of a highly collaborative multidisciplinary team of Addiction Medicine Specialists, Registered Nurses, Allied Health and Administration professionals, all united by a shared commitment to supporting clients on their journey towards recovery and achieving positive, lasting outcomes.





What We Can Offer You

- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Ongoing professional development opportunities across the administrative network
- Career progression opportunities within NSW Health
- Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
- Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing

Essential Requirements

- Must hold a qualification in Social Work which provides eligibility or membership of the Australian Association of Social Worker and a minimum of three years of full time work experience.

Additional Information

- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- Hunter New England Health 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 Child Safe Standards. 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
- At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.



If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support.
- To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Information For Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: 3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via or .

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of advantages such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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📌 Social Worker Level 3 - Lakeview Inpatient Unit (New South Wales)
🏢 Hunter New England Local Health District
📍 New South Wales