Permanent Part-time Coledale Hospital Social Worker Level 1/2

Are you a compassionate social worker ready to make a difference in your community? Join our team and support patients and families in accessing vital services! $37.03 - $52.83 per hour 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Part Time: 28 – 34 hours per week (negotiable) | Coledale District Hospital (CDH) | REQ612849 | Grade: Social Worker Level 1/2 | Applications close: Sunday 26 October 2025. Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more. In your role at Coledale Hospital, you will provide a high quality social work service to patients, clients, consumers and their family/carers to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes consistent with ISLHD policies, procedures, standards, relevant legislation, and the NSW Health Code of Conduct. The Illawarra Hospital Group covers acute and sub-acute clinical settings across Coledale, Bulli, Wollongong, and Shellharbour Hospitals. This position has the possibility to rotate across clinical settings within these hospitals and across sites. For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here. A little about us. Coledale Hospital, located on Dharawal Country, is a 38-bed facility specialising in aged care services for the northern Illawarra. The hospital cares for patients transitioning to residential aged care facilities, has a purpose-built unit for patients with a dementia illness awaiting nursing home placement, and is fully accredited by the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards. Located near the pristine Coledale Beach and surrounded by lush landscape, Coledale Hospital offers a beautiful backdrop to live and work. Fun fact: there's the chance to see whales or dolphins from the hospital grounds during migration season. Benefits of working with ISLHD. We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include: - Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay - Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees) - Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements: Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role. Working With Children Check (WWCC) Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Valid NSW Drivers Licence ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Need more information or help applying? Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information. Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health. Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. For role-related queries or help applying, contact Jacqui Cousins at Jacqui.Cousins@health.nsw.gov.au

Location: Wollongong, New South Wales, AU

Posted Date: 11/15/2025