About the role:
We're looking for an experienced AOD Clinical Lead to lead our Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program (DATP) across the North Coast.
In this senior clinical role, you'll guide a multidisciplinary team, shape high-quality AOD services, and make a real difference in people's lives every day. You will get to
Lead and support a team of clinicians, case managers and peer workers
Co-design, deliver and continuously improve DATP services
Ensure strong clinical governance, quality practice and KPI performance
Build strong partnerships across health, community and consortia services
About the program:
The aim of the Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program (DATP) is to achieve improved health and social outcomes for individuals, families, and communities at risk of, or currently affected by, problematic alcohol and other drug use. It supports people at all stages from early intervention to relapse prevention.
Hours and location
The hours are 35 per week. This position is based in Port Macquarie with some travel to Coffs Harbour to meet with staff. The role is hybrid working both our offices and home. A vehicle is available from a central location for work in the community. The role is funded until 30th June **** with potential for extension.
About you: Selection criteria:
(Must be addressed in application – see "How to apply" below)
Qualifications and checks
University level qualifications or higher in Counselling, Nursing, Social Work or Psychology with membership of a peak body such as AHPRA, AASW, PACFA or ACA (Level 3+)
Current driver's licence, a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Working with Children Check




A minimum of five years' experience in delivery of AOD, mental health and suicide prevention services.
Demonstrated experience in program implementation, co-design, and evaluation.
Demonstrated experience facilitating groups.
Demonstrated experience managing staff.
Established networks and relationships with a with a range of referral services across the local community.
Demonstrated proficiency using the Microsoft suite, a variety of databases and video conferencing tools such as Teams.
Find out more:
For a position description, see
For any other queries, please contact ******
This role will be remunerated at SCHCDS Level 6 ($*****ph) with access to salary packaging to potentially increase your take home pay by another 5k. A relocation assistance package may be available for the successful candidate. We can also support interview attendance costs for shortlisted candidates travelling to site.
Applications close:
Why you'll love working with us
Flexible Working Solutions:
We support your work-life balance with versatile working arrangements.
Extra Annual Leave:
Enjoy two additional weeks of annual leave (pro rata) to spend more time on holiday.
Career Growth:
Explore internal opportunities to transfer and work in other programs.
Professional Development:




Benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities.
Supportive Environment:
Access to our Employee Assistance Program and to external clinical supervision for direct service staff
Salary Sacrifice Benefits:
Increase your take-home pay by 6-12% with ATO-approved incentives, allowing you to allocate up to $15,899 of tax-free salary towards your mortgage, rent, loans, credit card, or school fees.
Meal and Accommodation Card:
Receive a $2,650 card for meals and accommodation.
Convenient Packaging Options:
Package your costs for smartwatches, EarPods, professional memberships or a novated vehicle lease.
About us:
The Buttery is a not-for-profit charitable organisation established in ****.Through residential and community-based programs, we specialise in the treatment of alcohol and other drug dependence and mental health conditions. Our programs are evidence-based, best-practice and informed by the latest research into recovery. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we consistently work to improve the lives of the people we support.We operate from Tweed Heads to Port Macquarie across Bundjalung, Githabul, Gumbaynggirr, Yaegl, Dunghutti and Birpai lands.
The Buttery recognises the benefits that diversity and inclusion bring, and encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and CALD and LGBTIQASB+ community members are encouraged to apply. We are proud to have active RAP and Rainbow groups. We support lived experience and neurodiversity.
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📌 Aod Clinical Lead (Port Macquarie)
🏢 The Buttery
📍 Port Macquarie