Social Worker (Level 1/2) - Adult Drug Court

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time; 38 hours per week

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1/2

Remuneration: $79,419 - $113,301 per annum + Superannuation

Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ685499

Sydney Local Health District has a long and proud history of delivering care in the community including prevention, early intervention, assessment, treatment, health maintenance and continuing care services designed to improve and support the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.

About The Role

You will be working at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH). It is one of the nation’s most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.

The Social Worker provides high-quality social work services to patients/clients and their carers, supporting their psychosocial wellbeing and contributing to optimal health outcomes.

While the position is primarily based at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH), the successful applicant may occasionally be required to attend Downing Centre Court as part of the role.

For more information, please view the Position Description

Ideal Candidate

Must hold a Bachelor or post graduate degree in Social Work that provides eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.Demonstrated knowledge, skills and clinical experience in Social Work clinical practice.Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

You'll Enjoy:

Allocated Day Off (ADO) each month, paid parental leave and annual leave loading.Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!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.

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits.

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.

For enquiries, please contact Lisa Pulja on 0400 981 118.

Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day!

Applications Close: 9 July 2026

For applicant support and information, visit Applicant Information.

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.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/.

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