Western NSW Local Health District
Aboriginal Mental Health Drug & Alcohol Clinician
Abbotsbury, 2176, Sydney, New South Wales
Full time
Posted 08/05/2025
Closed 22/05/2025
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 27 June 2026)
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1 / 2, Dietitian Level 1 / 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2, Psychologist, Physiotherapist Level 1 / 2, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 1 / 2, Speech Pathologist 1 / 2, Welfare Officer Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $104.753.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Negotiable within Western NSW LHD– Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 20 May 2025 – 11:59pm
Aboriginal Mental Health Drug & Alcohol Clinician
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol - Virtual
About the role
Are you interested in working in a Multidisciplinary team within the Drug and Alcohol field?. Join WNSWLHD Virtual MHDA services in delivering high quality services people with substance use. The role is Monday to Friday day shift hours.
The position will be covering the WNSWLHD Area with virtual and outreach to our regional sites. We offer a therapeutic milieu, in a non-judgmental manner, to alcohol and or drug dependent persons. You will also be supporting the community, generalist health professionals and general practitioners.
The team is a multi-discipline unit with a focus on Drug and Alcohol dependent clients, covering the WNSWLHD area with the main priority for areas that currently not serviced by a Drug & Alcohol team. The team will provide a diverse range of Drug and Alcohol services including Opioid Treatment, Stimulant Treatment, Psychosocial Services, Addiction Medicine, Cannabis Clinic and Substance Use in Pregnancy and Parenting service.
You will be supported by a dynamic diverse team.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
- Click ‘Apply’
- Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
- Upload your current resume Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Frank O’Neil on 02 6393 4829 or at Frank.oneil@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
- This is an identified position in accordance with Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977– only suitably qualified Aboriginal people are eligible for this position and are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
- Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
- To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
- For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD