Make a meaningful impact supporting patients and families living with MND.

Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team at Auburn Hospital.

Drive innovation in psychosocial care and clinical excellence.

Empower lives through compassionate counselling and expert psychosocial support in specialised MND service.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1 / Level 2
Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour
Hours Per Week: 32
Location: Auburn District Hospital

Where you'll be working
Auburn Hospital is part of the Western Sydney Local Health District, known for its inclusive culture, commitment to excellence, and patient-centred care. The Social Work Department is a dynamic and supportive team that values professional growth, collaboration, and innovation.

Located in the heart of Western Sydney, close to public transport

Supportive team culture with strong professional supervision

Opportunities to contribute to research and policy development

Diverse and inclusive workplace that values cultural sensitivity

Focus on quality improvement and evidence-based practice

What you'll be doing
As the MND Counsellor, you will provide specialised psychosocial support to individuals living with Motor Neurone Disease, their carers, and families. You’ll work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care and contribute to service development.

Deliver client-centred counselling to support emotional wellbeing and life transitions

Conduct psychosocial assessments and collaborate in integrated care planning

Participate in supervision, training, and continuous professional development

Contribute to departmental policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives

Provide culturally sensitive support and education to staff and students

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

Qualification: Bachelor of Social Work which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers

Selection Criteria:

Bachelor of Social Work which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.

Demonstrated clinical experience in working with MND, or other neurodegenerative/ terminal illnesses.

Demonstrated understanding of issues associated with working with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse client group.

Demonstrated experience working with adjustment, grief and loss and/or bereavement.

Demonstrated well-developed time management skills with excellent written and verbal communication, including report writing skills.

Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Knowledge of quality assurance and / or clinical practice improvement activities.

Current Drivers licence valid within NSW and ability to travel as required across the local health district.

Requisition ID: REQ607653
Applications Close: 5th November 2025

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For inquiries about the role, contact Christine Fazzolari on [email protected] or on 0417 003 621.

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