Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1/2
Remuneration: $79,419.00 - $113,301.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply – to find out more
Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 26 Oct 2026 – 11:59pm
Social Worker – 5-10k Incentives Offered
Dubbo Health Service
About the role An exciting opportunity exists for a Social Worker Level 1/2 to join an established team of six skilled Social Workers at Dubbo Health Service and to extend practice across all areas of Social Work.
The role of a Social Worker in the hospital setting is unique and provides an amazing opportunity to experience all facets of Social Work.
Our Social Workers attend and support various wards/units within the hospital, undertake psychosocial assessments and provide a range of therapeutic interventions.
The successful applicant will be provided with an ‘orientation buddy’, have access to career development and be supported to engage in regular and meaningful clinical supervision.
To A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District
Early in your career? Get AHEAD!
Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD’s Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:
- Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
- Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
- Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
- Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program.
The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Hear from our early-career professionals: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program To apply for this role:
- Click ‘Apply’
- Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
- Upload your current resume
- Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Emma Parkes on (02) 6809 6600 or at
[email protected]
Additional information for applicants:
- All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse.
- Western NSW is committed to creating a protected and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
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📌 Social Worker - 5- Incentives Offered (Dubbo)
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