Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 4
Remuneration: $126,524 - $129,591 per annum + Annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Concord Repatriation General Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ669436

In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!

About the Role

You will be working at Concord Repatriation General Hospital. The hospital has a well-earned reputation for excellence in healthcare for over 70 years. Building on its proud heritage of caring for the Veteran community, the hospital now services the local communities of Concord, Strathfield, Burwood and beyond.

Provide senior clinical leadership and team management within the Social Work Department The position will also support the mentoring and development of staff and carries a clinical caseload.

Aged Care & Rehabilitation Team Leader, managing a team of Social Worker's across the Acute, Psychogeriatric and Rehab streams. The role requires participation in the Social Work On Call Roster at Concord Hospital.

For more information, please view the Position Description

Ideal Candidate

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Social Work which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge, skill and significant clinical experience in the provision of Social Work services.
Extensive experience and demonstrated ability in building and maintaining professional and therapeutic relationships through the application of written, verbal, interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Demonstrated experience and ability to identify opportunities and innovatively lead the planning, implementation and evaluation of service delivery incorporating continuous improvement, evidence based practice and research.
Demonstrated extensive experience in the provision of clinical supervision, mentoring and development of junior staff and students.
Demonstrated high-level organisational, prioritisation and time management skills in an environment of competing clinical/administrative demands.
Excellent negotiation, decision making and advocacy skills including collaborative stakeholder consultation.
Participate in the Social Work On Call Roster.

Benefits and Perks!

Accrued Day Off each month for Full Time positions, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.
Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus.
Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
The ability to use the Concord Hospital Staff Gym.

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

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For enquiries, please contact Sarah Firman on 0476 415 *** or via email at ************@health.nsw.gov.au

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Applications Close: 23 June 2026

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Aged Care and Rehabilitation Team Leader (Social Worker Level 4)

NSW Health