Early Intervention Social Worker

Early Intervention Social Worker Join to apply for the Early Intervention Social Worker role at Far West Local Health District. Employment type : Permanent Full Time Position classification : Social Worker Level 1/2 (Dependent on Qualifications and Experience) Remuneration : $76,364 - $108,943 + Superannuation Hours per week : 38 Location : Broken Hill NSW We really aren’t that far away – only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia with everything you need right at your front door. Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can’t wait to see you Take a quick look at “Living and Working” in the Far West. What You’ll Be Doing Provide efficient and effective early intervention family‑focused recovery assessments, counselling and care coordination services for women and families accessing inpatient and outpatient Maternity and Child & Family Services. The service will provide hospital inpatient support where required and capacity permits. Opportunity to work on the frontline to join a truly supportive team that is empowered to provide the ultimate patient experience and grow your career with ongoing learning and development. What Is On Offer 5 weeks annual leave 12 paid ADOs per year Salary packaging (pay less tax) and up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k for meals and entertainment Novated leasing Isolation & climate allowance Fitness Passport Support through advanced education & training A comfortable and affordable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing About The Far West LHD The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to provide excellence in rural and remote health and we truly empower our staff to deliver the best health outcomes for our community. Key to our success is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia. In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare. How To Apply To be considered for this position, please address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible. A tertiary qualification in Social Work, with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Comprehensive knowledge of psychosocial issues that arise for consumers and their families with chronic or acute illness. Experience or willingness to learn to conduct psychosocial assessments, group work and crisis management, within person‑centred and brief intervention models. Possess a high‑level skill in communication, advocacy, negotiation, interpersonal and problem‑solving skills. Comprehensive knowledge of current and emerging legislation and policies related to child‑safe standards, child protection, NCAT applications and NDIS applications. Ability to design, plan, implement, participate, lead, and evaluate group work programs. Effective time management, prioritisation, and escalation with reference to various demands of the position. Valid unrestricted Class C Australian drivers licence and willingness to travel for work with overnight stays. Contact For role related queries or questions contact Tayla Dwyer on . Applications Close Applications Close: 16th December 2025 Equal Opportunity Employer At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support them. We are committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, encouraging people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability, and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr