We’re seeking an experienced and compassionate Social Worker to provide high-level clinical expertise, leadership and person-centred support to individuals and families

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 4
Remuneration: $131,585 - $134,775 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ698203
Location: Manning Hospital
Applications Close: Sunday, 1st November 2026

Where you'll be working
Manning Base hospital is Located in the stunning Manning Valley on the NSW mid-north coast. Beautiful Forster offers excellent surf, pristine beaches, outstanding restaurants and cafes. Breathtaking hills and rivers provide the perfect backdrop for a life well-lived - choose between rural tranquillity or vibrant town living, all within easy reach. you will join a supportive team and will grow professionally.

The Opportunity
Join a department where your expertise truly matters. Build a sustainable, emergency medicine-led centre of clinical excellence, training and research. Be part of developing new models of care and forward-thinking solutions that make a lasting difference. where you will be tasks with timely assessments and assistance with discharges within the Emergency Department. You will be supported by ongoing clinical and peer supervision, and supportive management.

Requirements
Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)

What we can offer you
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Relocating? The Welcome Experience offers free support to help you and your family settle into your new community.
- Proximity to shopping and other services




- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- 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.
- 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.

How to apply

Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

1. Demonstrated advanced clinical experience (Minimum 3 years full time) in crisis intervention including trauma, counselling, case management for patients/families with illness adjustment, domestic violence, child protection,



end of life care and bereavement support.

2. Demonstrated ability to independently problem-solve and stay within professional and ethical boundaries when working with complex/pressured situations as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Leisl Hignett on *************@health.nsw.gov.au

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: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/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 *********@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter Recent England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits 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 4 - Complex Care (Mid North Coast)
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