Social Worker - Building Strong Foundations

Organisation / Entity: Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District

Job category: Health - Allied | Social Worker

Job location: Sydney Region / Sydney - Greater West

Job reference number: REQ626375

Work type: Part-Time

Total remuneration package: $116892 - $120680

Closing date: 11/01/2026 - 11:59 PM

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to 30/06/2026)
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3
Location: Cranebrook Community Health Centre
Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ626375
Applications Close: 11/01/2026

Being female is a genuine occupational qualification for this position as described under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 (NSW).

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 an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.

The Primary Care and Community Health Unit consists of 9 centres that provide a range of services for children, young people and their families, adults, older people and their carers. Our services range from health promotion, prevention and early detection through to assessment, treatment and continuing care. Our staff work in partnership with schools, GPs, hospitals, non-government agencies and other organisations to provide care across our centres, in people’s homes, other community venues as well as virtual care (telehealth).

Cranebrook Community Health Centre is seeking a Female Identified Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team on a Part Time Temporary basis. This role sits within the Building Strong Foundations (BSF) Program and the Aboriginal Maternal Infant Health Service, supporting Aboriginal children, families and communities during the critical early years of life.

The Building Strong Foundations (BSF) Program aims to maintain, improve and promote the optimal health and wellbeing of Aboriginal children aged 0–5 years, their families and communities. This is achieved through the delivery of a culturally appropriate, family centred service that values strong relationships, community connection and respect for Aboriginal culture. The Social Worker will provide a high quality, culturally safe social work service to children and families engaged with the BSF Program and Aboriginal Maternal Infant Health Service. The role requires the ability to build respectful, trusting relationships with clients and members of the Aboriginal community, and a willingness to actively participate in community consultation and development activities in line with BSF Service Standards.

If you're driven to support those who need it most, this is your chance to step into a role that truly matters, Apply Now!

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

1. Degree in Social Work and eligible for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers. Applicant must be female. (Being female is a genuine occupational qualification for this position as described under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 (NSW))
2. Extensive recent experience in the provision of clinical services with a complex caseload, requiring advanced casework, counselling and practice skills, and demonstrated experience in working with domestic violence, post-natal depression, child protection issues, low risk suicide and child development
3. Experience working with people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and come from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds. It is essential that the successful applicant has a high level of cultural competence and experience working with Aboriginal communities
4. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal direct supervision
5. Ability to plan, implement, evaluate and report on services, including identifying opportunities for improvement in clinical practice across psychosocial and multidisciplinary service delivery
6. Ability to practice within a Primary Health Care framework, including evidence informed interventions (such as group work/family therapy), building effective partnerships, record keeping and continuous improvement
7. Excellent written and oral communication skills, time management and computer Skills
8. Current Driver's Licence and willingness to use for work purpose travel. This may include driving long distances across the LHD

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?
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For role related queries or questions contact Jo-Ann Buhler on JoAnn.Buhler@health.nsw.gov.au