Non Resi Withdrawal Nurse

Part time

0.5 EFT – 40 hours fortnight

(5 mornings per week)

A part time position is available for a non-resi AOD withdrawal nurse to join our enthusiastic team of Health Professionals in the counselling department at Swan Hill District Health.

The Position The primary role of the Non Resi withdrawal nurse is to work within the Counselling Servicesmultidisciplinary team providing assessment and provision of safe environment for clients seeking to withdrawal from or reduce the harms of the use of alcohol and other drugs. This role will focus on providing assessment, support, education and referrals for clients seeking support to reduce harmful drug use. Registered nurses with interest and/or experience in AOD withdrawal encouraged to apply.

You Bring

· Registered nurse division 1, registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and hold a current practicing certificate

· Certificate IV in AOD or have completed the AOD core competencies, or able to complete in the first 12 months of employment.

· Ability to provide high quality engagement, assessment, treatment and support services to individuals and their families

· High level of communication skills

· Ability to work well in a multi-disciplinary team

Mandatory requirements (remove or add as per position description)

· Current National Police Check, or will to obtain.

· Working with Children’s Check, or will to obtain.

· NDIS worker screening check, or will to obtain.

· Evidence of immunisation records/history as part of the Health Services Act 1988, 2020 Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers).

About Swan Hill: Swan Hill is situated in North-West Victoria.



Located on the beautiful banks of the Murray River with multiple tourist attractions and community events in the surrounding region.

About Swan Hill District Health: Swan Hill District Health is a 143 bed (including Aged Care), fully integrated rural public health facility servicing a greater community of around 35,000 people. At Swan Hill District Health (SHDH), our vision is to provide connected care, best experience for our community.

SHDH is a compassionate, family friendly employer where every employee is a valued team member. Whilst encouraging and supporting work/life balance, SHDH also provides:

®A dynamic workplace ®Discounted Corporate gym memberships

®Salary Sacrifice/Packaging ®Professional Development opportunities

®Employee Assistance Program

Attract Connect Stay; our community are excited to see you and your family arrive. Let us help you connect; schools, partner employment, clubs, housing and the things that matter to you when building your new life.

To apply for this position please email your Cover letter responding to the Key Selection Criteria and up-to-date CV, [email protected].

You will find the position description on our website – Vacant positions

Swan Hill District Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please let us know by contacting [email protected]

Applications close: 21 September 2026

Swan Hill District Health reserve the right to interview and appoint candidates prior to this date.

📌 Non Residential Withdrawal Nurse (Swan Hill)
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