Social Worker (Lvl 3) - Oncology - Perm FT

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Employment Type : Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Location : Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital

Position Classification : Social Worker Level 3

Remuneration : $112,396.00 - $116,038.00 per annum

Requisition ID : REQ586255

Application Close Date : 13 / 07 / 2025

Interview Date Range : 16 / 07 / 2025 - 23 / 07 / 2025

Contact Details : Leah Drake - (02) 9722 7174 | Leah.drake@health.nsw.gov.au

Please note : A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position

Previous applicants need not apply

About The Opportunity

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families facing cancer?

Bankstown Hospital is a great place to practice social work and is seeking a dedicated Oncology Social Worker to offer psychosocial support, and advocacy for individuals & families navigating their treatment journey.

You’ll be working as part of both a dynamic and supportive Cancer Services Department as well as Social Work Department with the opportunity to develop the service and support our Level 1-2 social workers through clinical supervision and leadership.

What You'll Be Doing

This position is responsible for providing specialist Social Work service to consumers and their carers to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes consistent with SWSLHD policies and procedures, standards, relevant legislation, and the NSW Health Code of Conduct. The position will also participate in professional development, clinical supervision, teaching, quality activities and other relevant departmental and administrative duties.

The Level 3 Oncology Social Worker provides advanced psychosocial support to cancer patients and their families in an acute hospital setting. This role involves complex case management, leadership responsibilities, and specialised therapeutic interventions.

Where you'll be working

Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital, situated in one of Australia's most multicultural areas, offers a vibrant and inclusive work environment. With strong affiliations to the University of New South Wales, University of Sydney, and Western Sydney University, the hospital provides extensive opportunities for professional development and career progression.

The upcoming $1.3 billion redevelopment will significantly enhance healthcare delivery, featuring expanded emergency services, intensive care, and advanced surgical facilities. This project will not only improve patient care but also create a modern, integrated health neighbourhood, making it an exciting time to join the team at Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital. The hospital's commitment to innovation and excellence ensures that staff are supported in their roles and can make a meaningful impact on the diverse community they serve.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

• A Social Work degree which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• Extensive post-graduate experience working as a Social Worker in relevant clinical areas, including oncology social work or a related field, with a demonstrated understanding of the health setting, complex health conditions, and their impact on wellbeing.
• Demonstrated experience in prioritising a challenging and demanding workload; managing stressful situations; and applying advanced reasoning skills and independent professional judgement when dealing with situations of a novel or critical nature.
• Experience working independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated high level communication skills (written and verbal) and demonstrated computer skills.
• Demonstrated experience in the provision of clinical supervision and expert advice / consultation to the social work service and the clinical specialty.
• Demonstrated experience in the planning, implementing, leading and evaluating of quality improvement activities involving the application of evidenced based practice within social work.

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Health & Fitness

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership / Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.

Transforming Your Experience

Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ️ ???? Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander ️ ???? background, people with a disability and people from the L G B T Q I + community to apply.

SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.

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