Nurse Level 5 RDO Remuneration Package Range $154,856 - $161,287
(including salary $132,267 - $139,215)
Primary Health Care – Barkly, Alcohol and Drug
Ongoing / Fixed for 24 years – Full time
Tennant Creek, Northern Territory

Are you ready to bring clinical leadership to a vital NT health service?

Lead nurse-led AOD services using trauma-informed practices.

Provide clinical assessments and therapeutic interventions.

Join a nurse-led AOD service that values cultural awareness, leadership and trauma-informed care.

Barkly AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs) Service

Barkly AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs) Service is a specialist, nurse-led service that operates within a trauma informed practice, harm minimisation model of care. The service provides specialised assessment, treatment and referral and a non-residential counselling service for people with alcohol, drugs, and volatile substances.

About the Role

As the Nurse Clinical Coordinator (AOD), you will provide clinical leadership, conduct a range of assessments, provide therapeutic interventions, case management and education on issues relating to addiction including treatment options to staff, clients, and family members, other agencies and community services using evidenced based practice.

You’ll work within a multi-disciplinary team supporting Tennant Creek Hospital, the township of Tennant Creek with remote travel to support the Barkly Remote communities.

About you

You’re a skilled AOD clinician with a strong foundation and leadership skills ready to support regional and remote communities. To be successful in this role you’ll have:

Current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia or eligible for same.

High-level clinical knowledge and skills in AOD or related field, supported by strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation such as Volatile Substance Abuse (VSA) Act and AOD theoretical frameworks.

Ability to travel to remote communities by 4WD or light aircraft as required

Hold a current NT driver’s licence (or eligible to obtain) and be confident driving a manual vehicle in regional and remote settings

The Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Retention bonus

Salary packaging

11.5% superannuation

Generous leave entitlements

Relocation support

Support to grow your career with professional development opportunities.

Enjoy stable employment in the NT Government

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Lifestyle and Community

Tennant Creek is the heart of the Barkly region and the Territory’s true “heart of gold.” Located around 500 km north of Alice Springs, this history-rich town sits at the crossroads of the Stuart and Barkly Highways, making it the perfect base to explore Central Australia’s most iconic sights.

Home to about 3,000 people, Tennant Creek offers a true outback experience with a relaxed, country-town feel. The community is youthful, with half the population under 35, and the town’s main street is lined with trees, local shops, and friendly faces.

The region is alive with events year-round, from the Desert Harmony Festival and Tennant Creek Show to rodeos, races, art exhibitions, trivia nights, and live music – many driven by Barkly Regional Arts.

Living and working in the Northern Territory offers more than just a job – it’s a lifestyle. Enjoy vast landscapes, rich Aboriginal culture, diverse communities and a unique work-life balance that gives you time to truly connect with the people and places around you.

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Gai Di Donna on 08 8962 4413 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 24043
Closing date: 22.06.2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search