Social Worker - 5-10k Incentives Offered (Dubbo)

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1/2

Remuneration: $76,364.00
- $108,943.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply – to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives)

Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more

Hours Per Week: 38

Applications Close: 9 Jun 2026 – 11:59pm

Social Worker – 5-10k Incentives Offered

Dubbo Health Service

About the role

A rare and exciting opportunity exists for a Social Worker Level 1/2 to join an established team of six skilled Social Workers at Dubbo Health Service and to extend practice across all areas of Social Work.

The role of a Social Worker in the hospital setting is unique and provides an amazing prospect to experience all facets of Social Work.

Our Social Workers attend and support various wards/units within the hospital, undertake psychosocial assessments and provide a range of therapeutic interventions.

The successful applicant will be provided with an ‘orientation buddy’, have access to professional development and be supported to engage in regular and meaningful clinical supervision.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website. Early in your career? Get AHEAD!

Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD’s Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:
- Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the Health District
- Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
- Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
- Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program. The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information

Hear from our early-career professionals: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program

To apply for this role:
- Click ‘Apply’
- Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
- Upload your current resume
- Answer the selection criteria Role-related enquiries: Please contact Emma Parkes on (02) 6809 6600 or at for more information.

Additional information for applicants:
- All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government
- Office of Children's Guardian
- Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
- To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
- For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD #RuralHealthIncentive Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qqr8k