About the role

The AODS service provides evidence based treatments including Queensland Opioid Treatment Program, substance withdrawal management and counselling. HHS wide consultation/ liaison, information, education, training is also provided. AODS works collaboratively with Ipswich Hospital to assist with early diagnosis of patients with substance use disorders, prevent complications, reduce length of stay, facilitate effective discharge planning/community aftercare and avoid re-admissions.

The position of Staff Specialist Alcohol and Other Drugs Service (AODS) will focus on the needs of consumers presenting with acute mental health needs and/or opioid and other drug dependence.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated extensive knowledge, expertise and skill in the assessment and clinical management of people with mental illness in a specialised mental health service setting.
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal, communication, consultation and negotiation skills including the ability to provide high level clinical leadership advice and direction within a multidisciplinary team and to relevant stakeholders. Skills should include the ability to effectively problem solve and resolve conflict.
• Demonstrated commitment to leading mental health recovery model of care, evidence based practice and continuous quality improvement to enhance service delivery outcomes.
• Demonstrated expert level of national and state mental health directions and legislation relevant to the provision of specialist mental health services.
• Demonstrated experience in the provision of effective training of junior medical staff.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community – Follow this link

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.