CCLHD - Social Worker Level 3 - Substance Use in Pregnancy and Parenting Service (SUPPS)

CCLHD - Social Worker Level 3 - Substance Use in Pregnancy and Parenting Service (SUPPS) NSW Health Central Coast, New South Wales, Australia 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, till 3rd May 2026 Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3 Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 Hours Per Week: 16 Location: Gosford Hospital Requisition ID: REQ Applications Close: Monday, 8th December 2025 at 11:59pm Interview Date: Anticipated interview date of Thursday, 11th December 2025 Join Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) and be at the forefront of delivering exceptional clinical care as a vital part of our dynamic multidisciplinary team. Your expertise in a recognised clinical specialty will empower you to deliver top‑tier, evidence‑based care to patients, clients, and their families/carers. About The Opportunity The SUPPS team provides specialist antenatal and postnatal complex care to women with substance use issues. Women are identified in the antenatal period and intervention continues until the child reaches 2 years of age. The social worker is to provide a professional social work service to the women/family/carers to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes. Primarily the position is to provide assessment, counselling, therapeutic interventions and referral to assist women/family/carers to develop healthy and secure relationships within families and to enhance whole family functioning. As a senior clinician, the social worker is required to demonstrate clinical specialty, provide supervision to junior social work staff and provide clinical leadership. For more information about this role, please view the Position Description. About You A bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in Social Work, along with eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), reflecting a comprehensive understanding of both generalist and specialist knowledge within the field. An unencumbered driver’s licence, facilitating travel across the district and to external sites as necessary to fulfil professional duties. Demonstrated adept independent professional judgement in providing evidence‑informed clinical services to clients, their families/carers, and fellow health professionals, particularly in navigating complex cases while adhering to current AASW Practice Standards. Experience in proactively identifying strategies, evaluating, and reporting on continuous improvement initiatives aimed at refining and optimising the effectiveness and efficiency of clinical service delivery. Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement. Benefits Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave. Financial Benefits: Boost your take‑home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance. Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance. Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities. Need More Information? Jennifer LanePhone: Email: Click here to find out more about applying for this position. Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at or call for one‑on‑one support. Vaccination Requirements Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy. NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID‑19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID‑19 vaccination is not a condition of employment. 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