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Job Summary: Bathurst NSW Full-time, Part-time $50.51 - $52.20 an hour Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Jobshare maybe considered for this position) Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3 Remuneration: $50.51 to $52.20 ph plus super Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ142070 Number of FTE: 1 Location: Bathurst NSW Applications Close: 12 Jan 2019 - 11.59pm

Job Details: About the opportunity
Bathurst Health Service is offering the exciting opportunity to work as part of the Social Work team who provide a high level service to the acute hospital and community. This position will provide the successful applicant with a community focussed role with the abilty to also work within the acute hospital setting.

The Senior Social Worker is an integral part of the multidisciplinary health care team, providing high quality services to patients/ clients of the Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) in order to meet their health and wellbeing needs.

Bathurst is a city of contrasts; constantly evolving. Heritage-listed buildings and rich history fuse with world-class museums and galleries. Spectacular natural wonders co-exist with a modern cultural landscape. The food scene is innovative and signature events are of an international standard. Come and discover this dynamic and evolving regional city that’s full of authentic charm and heart. To find out more visit:

What we can offer you
Country living with a meaningful career path
Paid leave entitlements
Monthly ADOs for full time staff
Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
Flexible work practices
Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
Opportunities for learning and development, including in-house training with My Health Learning and the NSW Health RTO
Professional growth and accelerated career progression
Where you'll be working
Bathurst Health Service, a part of the Western NSW Local Health District.


To apply for this position, please address the following Selection Criteria
A bachelor degree in Social Work which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers. Knowledge, skills and experience to meet the requirements of the NSW Health Professionals Award Level 2.
Demonstrated proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Extensive specialist or broad generalist knowledge with experience working in a hospital setting including trauma areas, clinical proficiency and ability to work with minimal supervision, and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to effectively prioritise and organise own work/ caseload.
Demonstrated commitment to professional development, quality improvement and evidence based practice.
Demonstrated ability to lead planning and evaluation of team activities.
Demonstrated ability to provide and coordinate staff and student supervision.
Current licence to drive in NSW with the ability to drive for work purposes.
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For role related queries or questions please contact Robyn Kelleher on Robyn.Kelleher@health.nsw.gov.au or (02) 6330 5644