This is a Social Worker role with NSW Health based in Katoomba, NSW, AU NSW Health Role Seniority - junior More about the Social Worker role at NSW Health Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1/2 Location: Blue Mountains Hospital Remuneration: $38.51 - $54.94 per hour Hours Per Week: 24 Requisition ID: REQ620335 Applications Close: 10/12/2025 With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role. About Us Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region. Blue Mountains District ANZAC Memorial Hospital is an acute hospital that supports a population of approximately 80,000 and is the only ANZAC Memorial hospital remaining in NSW. Easily accessible to Sydney residents, our team of clinicians, allied health, and support staff works with the community on a shared goal to maintain the delivery of high-quality healthcare in the Blue Mountains region. At the heart of patient care is the understanding that illness and hospitalisation affect more than just physical health, they impact emotional, social, and psychological well being. Our Social Work team plays a vital role in helping patients navigate these challenges, supporting them through adjustment, loss of independence, and the complexities of treatment. In this role, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide crisis intervention, psychosocial assessment, counselling, advocacy, case management, grief and loss support, and complex discharge planning. Your expertise will help patients and families manage the emotional and practical challenges of hospitalisation while ensuring smooth transitions through the healthcare system. Join us and bring your compassion and skills to a team that values collaboration and excellence. Apply today and help shape better outcomes for our patients. Benefits Available To Eligible NBMLHD Employees Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging Novated Leasing Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Fitness Passport NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply. NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards. For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here. What You Will Bring To The Role Degree in Social Work with eligibility for membership of the AASW Demonstrated understanding of the psycho- social impact of unexpected hospitalisation due to illness, accident or trauma Experience in working in an acute hospital setting and/ or a medical or physical rehabilitation setting Demonstrated ability to complete psychosocial assessments and to formulate and implement appropriate discharge and care plan in a short time frame for patients in an inpatient setting Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team High level of written and oral communication skills Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Rachel Oates on Rachel.Oates@health.nsw.gov.au Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the NSW Health team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Providing crisis intervention Conducting psychosocial assessments ❤️ Supporting emotional well-being Key Strengths Degree in Social Work Psychosocial assessment Multidisciplinary teamwork Experience in acute hospital settings ️ High-level communication skills Crisis intervention Why NSW Health is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with NSW Health not with Hatch.
