Social Worker Level 1 / 2 (North Parramatta)

Make a real impact in mental health care- Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team- Enjoy career growth in a supportive workplace

**_Are you passionate about Social Work and Mental Health? then come and join us! An incredible opportunity is available to join an amazing Social Work Department._**

**Employment Type**: Permanent Full Time **Position Classification**: Social Worker Level 1 / Level 2 **Remuneration**: $73,427
- $104,753 per annum **Hours Per Week**: 38 **Location**: Cumberland Hospital, North Parramatta

**Where you'll be working** Cumberland Hospital, part of Western Sydney Local Health District, is NSW’s largest and Australia’s oldest mental health facility. We are proud to lead the way in innovative, respectful, and collaborative mental health care.- Based at the historic Cumberland Hospital in Western Sydney- Serving local and broader communities with primary to tertiary care- Committed to professional growth through CORE Values- Part of a major new Integrated Mental Health Complex at Westmead- Driven by innovation, respect, empowerment, and quality care

**What you'll be doing** As a Social Worker Level 1/2, you will provide recovery-oriented, trauma-informed mental health services to individuals with complex psychosocial needs. You’ll work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care and support patients through their recovery journey.- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and interventions- Deliver complex discharge planning and patient advocacy- Facilitate inpatient psychoeducation programs for patients and families- Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to support recovery- Contribute to quality improvement and service delivery initiatives

**_Ready to make a difference?_**: **How to Apply**

**Essential Requirements**: Qualification: Degree in Social Work and eligibility for membership in AASW

**Selection Criteria**:
- Degree in social work and eligibility for membership of the AASW- Demonstrated experience or understanding of working with consumers with an acute mental illness or disorder- Understanding of mental health act 2007 and related registration- Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skill including report writing skill, interpersonal skill provide timely and relevant advice, negotiate and problem solve.- Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to a consumer focused recovery-oriented approach and Trauma Informed Care- Demonstrated ability to work with mínimal supervision and as a collaborative member of multidisciplinary teams- Demonstrated evidence or commitment to quality improvement activities and evidence based practices- Current drivers licence valid within Australia

**Requisition ID**: REQ614442 **Applications Close**: 30th October 2025

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- People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard._

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