Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Drug & Alcohol Clinician
Remuneration: 72152.53 - 101299.48
Hours Per Week: 28
Requisition ID: REQ555685
Closing date: 20 March 2025

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

About the role
To provide evidence-based drug and alcohol assessment, case management and counselling services to clients accessing the MERIT and Drug Court programs.

The Clinician will be part of the MNCLHD Alcohol and other Drugs Service team.

About you

• Membership of the relevant association or registered with the relevant board, in one of the following disciplines: Registered Nurse. Psychologist (registered or able to obtain registration in NSW) or Social Worker (eligible for membership of the AASW) or Counsellor (bachelor’s degree in counselling or a related field, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer).
• Demonstrated clinical skills and knowledge in assessment, case management and counselling within a drug and alcohol service and knowledge of harm reduction.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

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Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.

1. Membership of the relevant association or registered with the relevant board, in one of the following disciplines: Registered Nurse. Psychologist (registered or able to obtain registration in NSW) or Social Worker (eligible for membership of the AASW) or Counsellor (bachelor’s degree in counselling or a related field, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer).
2. Demonstrated clinical skills and knowledge in assessment, case management and counselling within a drug and alcohol service and knowledge of harm reduction.
3. An ability to liaise with a range of relevant agencies and departments of the Local Health District, Non-Government agencies and Criminal Justice System
4. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of the multidisciplinary team in providing improving patient care and outcomes and to accomplish service goals.
5. Proven high quality computer literacy, written and verbal communication. This includes the preparation of high quality written and oral reports and experience with documenting in patient based electronic record systems and other computer-based applications.
6. Experience in, or commitment to, working with individuals and families from Indigenous backgrounds and/or diverse cultural backgrounds
7. Valid unrestricted drivers' licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment.

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For role related queries or questions contact [email protected] or 0400 242 662

For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - [email protected]

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