Lead with purpose. Inspire your team. Shape the future of Social Work.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 4
Remuneration: $131,585.00 to $134,775.00 + superannuation + salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 38 hours per week
Requisition ID: REQ686024
Location: Belmont Hospital
Applications Close: Thursday 17th September 2026

About The Role And Where You Will Be Working

The JHH Social Work Team invites applications from motivated and experienced Senior Social Workers with demonstrated leadership, line management and clinical experience across acute and sub-acute care settings to join our Social Work Leadership Team as Team Lead – Belmont. Based at Belmont Hospital, you will lead and support the delivery of high-quality, person-centred Social Work services to inpatients, families and carers across rehabilitation and sub-acute services. You will provide clinical and operational leadership, support staff development and supervision, and work collaboratively with the Belmont Hospital Executive, Allied Health and multidisciplinary teams to promote excellent patient care. As a member of the JHH Social Work Leadership Group, you will also contribute to service development, quality improvement and the strategic direction of Social Work across our services. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated team, influence positive change and help shape innovative, culturally responsive and evidence-based Social Work practice.

About You

You are a motivated and experienced Social Worker who thrives in a fast-paced, responsive and collaborative setting. You bring strong clinical skills, sound professional judgement and a genuine passion for leading, supporting and developing others. You are confident in providing leadership and line management, building positive team culture and fostering the growth of Social Work practice.



You enjoy working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and senior leaders, embrace opportunities for service improvement and innovation, and are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred and culturally responsive care. Most importantly, you are a leader who inspires others, values continuous learning and is passionate about making a meaningful difference to patients, families, carers and the wider community.

Requirements

Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, and a subsequent minimum of 3 years full-time clinical experience.
Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Work (AASW).
Valid unrestricted drivers' licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment.

What We Can Offer

- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional Information

- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment 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.

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