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Social Worker (level 1/2) - Mental Health Acute Units - Wagga Wagga

Murrumbidgee Local Health District
New South Wales
2 days ago

Employment Type: Casual opportunities available
Position Classification: Social Worker - Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour (+ super + casual loading)
Requisition ID: REQ594376
Applications Close: 21 August 2025
Location: Wagga Wagga


Are you a talented Social worker looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?


Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and passionate Social worker who is ready for a new adventure. We provide public health services to approximately 243,228 people across the Riverina, Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area and the South Western Slopes of NSW.

As the largest employer in the region, we have over 5,000 healthcare staff working across 33 hospitals and 12 primary healthcare centres.

Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.


About the role:

To deliver high quality social work services to patients in accordance with the ethics and standards established by the Australian Association of Social Workers, the health department, and other relevant bodies. The social worker will provide professional social work services to both patients and families/carers through interventions such as: • psychosocial assessment and care planning

  • general support counselling

  • crisis and brief intervention

  • assistance with practical matters

  • the provision of information

  • referral and advocacy

  • consultation with and referral to community agencies


To see all role requirements please review the position description.


What MLHD offer:

  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
  • Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.



About You

Our ideal candidate will:

  • Be a confident / consciousness team player with an engaging personality aligning with NSW Health Core values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment
  • Hold relevant Australian standard qualification
  • Hold current registration with Australian Association of Social workers (or eligible to hold)



How to Apply

Embrace the infinite opportunities to lead with compassion and make a lasting impact within our community. Contact Sherylyne Rosengren, Nurse Unit Manager on 02 5943 1740 or [email protected] for a confidential chat.

Apply Online! Your application will require you to include a resume, cover letter, qualifications and appropriately address the Questionnaire.


MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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