Clinician - Alcohol and Other Drugs

Join our dedicated and professional Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol Team in Orange and make a positive change to the health of our community.

Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly – so apply today!

To be considered for interview, candidates must address the Selection Criteria in the Position Description.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Graduate
Remuneration: $33.06 - $53.88 per hour (plus super)
Hours per week: 32
Location: Orange NSW

Clinician - Alcohol and Other Drugs
Community Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol Services Orange

About the role:
The Alcohol and Other Drugs Clinician, working as part of a multidisciplinary team, is responsible for providing assessment, case management, referral and follow up for clients seeking assistance with substance use problems specifically cannabis.

You will be working in a small, dynamic team to provide psychosocial counselling and support to clients with substance use issues, working closely with clinicians from Mental Health Drug and Alcohol as well as several NGO’s.

This is a targeted position in accordance with GSE Rule 26: Employment of eligible persons. Whereby Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and, where found suitable, will be given higher priority under affirmative action in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities. In the event there are no suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants, then applications from non-Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be considered.

Where you’ll be working:
This position will be physically located at Kite Street Community Health, located in the Orange CBD close to shops, cafes and restaurants.

Western NSW Local Health District is at the forefront in the delivery of rural and remote Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol services across a catchment area of 400,000 square kilometres with regional centres – Dubbo, Orange and Bathurst - providing hubs for local and remote services.

Our vision is to be leaders in the delivery or these services to rural & remote people and we utilise a range of modalities and delivery options including virtual to provide our services.

With an early intervention and recovery focus, we place the person at the centre of care, considering individual strengths and valuing Aboriginal cultural competency in providing evidence based treatment. We provide cohesive and integrated care with our service partnerships and aim to provide the least restrictive care, closest to home.

About us:
WNSWLHD is the largest employer in the region, with over 7,700 dedicated staff working across 3 major rural referral hospitals, 50 community health centres, numerous corporate and executive offices and 38 inpatient facilities – which include 25 multipurpose services and 4 district health services.

We are committed to building a workplace that values diversity, inclusion and belonging, by recognising and valuing the skills and strengths each person can bring to our organisation. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse groups.

Some of the benefits of working with us include:
Genuine support in an inclusive, compassionate and caring team environment.
Interesting and challenging work that will bring your purpose to life, broaden your scope and fast track your career.
Greater autonomy and responsibility to reach your full potential.
Opportunities to make an impact and shape the future of rural health through involvement in projects, innovations and research.
Opportunities for learning and development, including access to a mentoring program and in-house training with our Organisational Development Unit and eLearning system.
Access to Fitness Passport and free and confidential counselling services.

How to apply:
Candidates must read the Position Description and address the Selection Criteria for the role, providing examples where required. You must also upload a copy of your current CV as part of your application. For assistance, see our Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD. For further information on the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards.

Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly. This position will remain open until vacancies are filled.

For role related enquiries, please reach out to Frank O’Neil on (02) 6393 4829 or frank.oneil@health.nsw.gov.au

COVID-19 Response:
All NSW Health workers are required to have received at least two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine by 30 November 2021 and three doses by 30 September 2022 or have an approved medical contraindication certificate. You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful for this role.

Talent Pool
If we identify a surplus of suitable candidates for this role, you may also be invited to an eligibility list where you could be offered an alternative position per the relevant Award.