Employment Type: Temporary Full Time; 38 hours per week up to January 2028
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1
Remuneration: $1,552.06 - $1,778.52 per week + Superannuation
Location: Canterbury Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ685664
About the Role
Canterbury Hospital is committed to providing high quality healthcare services to our local community, focused on patient and family-centred care.
Since opening in 1929 our hospital continues to grow to meet the changing needs of our community and incorporate current models of care.
The primary purpose of the role is to provide a high quality Social Work service to patients/clients and carers in order to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes for the patients/clients of the service.
Ideal Candidate
- Must hold a Bachelor or post graduate degree in Social Work that provides eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development, evidence based practice and continuous improvement.
Benefits and Perks!
- Monthly Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full-time employees, plus an additional public holiday during the Christmas period to enjoy with family and friends.
- Paid Parental Leave and Annual Leave Loading.
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- Access ongoing professional development opportunities through Sydney Education, including free courses, qualifications, and coaching programs.
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
services available for employees and their immediate families.
- Complimentary annual influenza vaccination.
- Enjoy discounted Fitness Passport membership and access to free telehealth nutrition and wellness support from qualified professionals.
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
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 (PD2026_004).
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
For enquiries, please contact Kerryn Dziamba on 0472 626 877 or via email at
[email protected].
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Applications Close: 5 October 2026
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