An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Social Work Team Leader with a strong interest in, and commitment to, supporting patients, their families and carers during some of life's most challenging circumstances, including hospitalisation following trauma, bereavement, domestic and family violence, and acute illness. The successful candidate will join the Northern Beaches Hospital (NBH) Social Work Department and lead the Acute Care Social Work Team, providing clinical leadership and fostering excellence in patient-centred care. Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Social Worker Level 4 Remuneration: $2,521.82
- $2,582.96 per week Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ705204 Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives.
• Innovation is at our core, with opportunities for research driven evidence based practice, ensuring our work remains engaging and fulfilling.
• Clear pathways for career progression,



supported by training secondments, recognition and mentorship, empower employee and leaders alike to reach their professional goals.
• Join us on a journey to a place where every achievement is celebrated and every chance is embraced. NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism. Where you'll be working Social Work Department, Northern Beaches Hospital What You'll Be Doing To ensure a high quality of social work service is provided to consumer, carers and families accessing services through Northern Sydney Local Health District. Ensuring the efficient utilisation of financial, human and physical resources within the Social Work Department in consultation with the Head of Department. Providing clinical management to Social Workers within the Team. To contribute to the effective management of the Social Work Department. People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply. Candidates Will Need To Meet The Following Criteria




• A bachelor or post graduate degree in Social Work and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), including the ability to demonstrate a practical application of the AASW Code of Ethics. Recent, extensive and varied post graduate clinical experience as a level 2 Social Worker or above.
• Provide evidence of proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the proven ability to liaise with novice and experienced health professionals and external service providers. Demonstrated computer literacy and ability to use health information systems.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement activities or service evaluation process. Need more information?
• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Michelle Watson on [email protected] This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have. NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. The team enriching health in millions of ways every day. Applications Close: 13 November 2026

📌 Social Work Team Leader, Acute Care Team Northern Beaches Hospital (Sydney)
🏢 Northern Sydney Local Health District
📍 Sydney