Requisition ID: REQ697579

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Remuneration

- Counsellor Lvl 4: $131,585 - $134,775 per annum
- Senior Psychologist: $128,933 - $139,712 per annum

In addition to base salary, all roles attract 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Cabramatta Community Health Centre

Applications close: 18/10/2026

Contact: Paul Amoroso - Director Allied Health for DHS on [email protected] | 0425 330 381

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

Join the Drug and Alcohol Youth Service (DAYS), a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people across South Western Sydney while working alongside a passionate and dedicated multidisciplinary team

- Addressing substance issues while young to work towards preventing adult issues later.
- Support and mentor staff while leading a dynamic multidisciplinary team, providing holistic person-centred care
- Work collaboratively with the young people and the services around South West Sydney area

Are You the Right Fit?

Role We're looking for someone who thrives in an environment where curiosity, initiative, and collaboration drive everything we do. You'll be well suited to this role if you:

- Lead with purpose
- Have a good understanding of young people and Alcohol and other Drugs
- Build relationships with young people and services
- Demonstrate resilience, emotional intelligence and sound decision-making in complex environments
- Are commitmented to equity, social justice and recovery-oriented practice, with a passion for improving health and justice outcomes.

Selection Criteria To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

- Relevant tertiary qualification as a Registered Senior Psychologist or Counsellor which provides eligibility for membership with a professional organisation and or current registration with AHPRA where applicable. Must have a minimum of 9 years' as a psychologist and is capable of meeting the requirements of a Senior Psychologist according to the Health and Community Employees Psychologist (State). Counsellor:



Must hold as a minimum a bachelor’s degree in counselling or a related field, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.

- Please provide a specific example that demonstrates your advanced clinical skills in assessment, counselling and case management when working with a person experiencing complex alcohol and other drug-related needs. How did you assess risk and clinical needs, develop and deliver an individualised therapeutic intervention, coordinate care with relevant services, and evaluate the outcome?
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge of the harm reduction approach to drug and alcohol issues affecting young people and demonstrated experience in the provision of interventions with young people.
- Do you have experience leading a multidisciplinary team in a high-risk or complex clinical environment? Please provide a specific example that demonstrates how you identified and managed risk, coordinated the multidisciplinary team, engaged key stakeholders, and ensured safe, person-centred outcomes for the client.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2).

Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

- Position Information
- Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

- How to Apply

- Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.

- Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

- We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
- We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences,



and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

- Aboriginal Workforce

- For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

- Financial Perks
- 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
- One extra day off each month for full time employees

- Work-Life Balance

- Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

- Grow Your Career

- Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

- Health & Wellbeing

- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

- Vaccination Requirements
- All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

- Child Safe Employment

- South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

- Temporary Positions

- For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

📌 Drug and Alcohol Youth Service Team Leader (Counsellor Lvl 4, Snr Psychologist) - Perm FT (Sydney)
🏢 South Western Sydney Local Health District
📍 Sydney