Social Worker – Community Allied Health
Temporary Full-time or Part-time (to June 2026) | Central Coast NSW
Job Share Considered | Community-facing caseload | Supportive, forward-thinking team

Make your impact count – in the heart of the community

Join a collaborative and compassionate team providing care where it’s needed most across homes, clinics, aged care settings, and community hubs on the Central Coast. While this is a temporary opportunity through to June 2026 (maternity relief), it offers more than just a job – it’s a chance to shape your career within one of NSW’s largest and most progressive health districts.

Whether you're looking for full-time, part-time or a job-share arrangement, we’re ready to support a working style that suits you.

At CCLHD, our purpose is simple but powerful: Trusted care. Better health for everyone.

About the role

As a Social Worker in our Community Allied Health team, you will:

Provide person-centred assessment, counselling and casework to individuals (aged 16+) with chronic and complex health needs

Support clients and carers through advocacy, navigation, and connecting to services

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including Palliative Care and Integrated Care

Contribute to service development, student supervision and quality improvement

Deliver care across a range of settings: homes, aged care facilities, community clinics and group programs

About you

We’re seeking an experienced Social Worker who:

Holds a recognised Bachelor or Master of Social Work and is eligible for AASW membership

Have experience in health or community settings (essential for understanding local systems and contexts)

Demonstrates strong psychosocial assessment and systems navigation skills

Is compassionate, culturally safe and ethical in their practice

Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team and values collaborative care

Is committed to ongoing learning and delivering high-quality, person-centred care

What you’ll need

A current, unrestricted NSW Driver's Licence

National Criminal Record Check, Working with Children Check, and Aged Care Check

Alignment with CCLHD’s CORE values and commitment to our vision

Why join CCLHD?

Career-building pathways – Exposure to a diverse caseload and innovative care models within a large, supportive district

Professional development – Access to CPD, regular supervision, and opportunities for research or quality project involvement

Team culture – Join a values-driven team that prioritises respect, support, and shared learning

Coastal lifestyle – Enjoy short commutes, access to beaches and national parks, and a true work-life balance

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

Please note that salary for this role will be determined in line with the Award - NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award

For role-related queries, please contact: Georgina Rosee, Manager – Community Allied Health
Phone: 0416 199 384
Email: [email protected]