Northern Sydney Local Health District
Social Work Team Leader
Northern Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, North Dakota, United States
Job Overview
Royal North Shore Social Work Department at Royal North Shore Hospital invites a motivated social worker to lead a multidisciplinary social work service within Cancer services. The role is permanent, full‑time, level 4, with weekly remuneration of $2,424.83–$2,483.61 and 38 hours per week. Who We Are
NSLHD is a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District. We value collaboration, respect, and innovative evidence‑based practice. We are committed to diversity, safety, and inclusive workplaces. Responsibilities
Lead and guide the Social Work service for patients, clients, consumers and their families/carers. Provide professional leadership and team management to the Social Work team. Coordinate comprehensive clinical social work services, manage resources, supervise clinical work and support quality activities. Ensure consistent adherence to NSLHD policies, procedures, standards, relevant legislation and the NSW Health Code of Conduct. Advocate for patients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Qualifications & Experience
Social Work degree; eligible for Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) with minimum level 2 experience. Extensive postgraduate experience as a Social Worker across a range of clinical areas, including complex health conditions. Demonstrated ability to lead a Social Work team, provide supervision and management. Strong communication, negotiation, complex decision‑making and advocacy skills. Ability to prioritise work, manage stressful situations and apply advanced professional judgement. Commitment to evidence‑based practice and understanding of social/emotional needs of clients with life‑limiting illness. Location
Royal North Shore Hospital Applications Close
22 January 2026 Additional Information
Role requires immunisation and screening per NSW Health OASV policy. All applicants must complete the OASV Undertaking/Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during recruitment.
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Royal North Shore Social Work Department at Royal North Shore Hospital invites a motivated social worker to lead a multidisciplinary social work service within Cancer services. The role is permanent, full‑time, level 4, with weekly remuneration of $2,424.83–$2,483.61 and 38 hours per week. Who We Are
NSLHD is a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District. We value collaboration, respect, and innovative evidence‑based practice. We are committed to diversity, safety, and inclusive workplaces. Responsibilities
Lead and guide the Social Work service for patients, clients, consumers and their families/carers. Provide professional leadership and team management to the Social Work team. Coordinate comprehensive clinical social work services, manage resources, supervise clinical work and support quality activities. Ensure consistent adherence to NSLHD policies, procedures, standards, relevant legislation and the NSW Health Code of Conduct. Advocate for patients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Qualifications & Experience
Social Work degree; eligible for Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) with minimum level 2 experience. Extensive postgraduate experience as a Social Worker across a range of clinical areas, including complex health conditions. Demonstrated ability to lead a Social Work team, provide supervision and management. Strong communication, negotiation, complex decision‑making and advocacy skills. Ability to prioritise work, manage stressful situations and apply advanced professional judgement. Commitment to evidence‑based practice and understanding of social/emotional needs of clients with life‑limiting illness. Location
Royal North Shore Hospital Applications Close
22 January 2026 Additional Information
Role requires immunisation and screening per NSW Health OASV policy. All applicants must complete the OASV Undertaking/Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during recruitment.
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