Access lifelong learning and career development opportunities that can only be found in the largest health system in Australia.

$118,162 - $144,021 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full-Time until 25 June 2028 | District Executive Office, Warrawong | REQ699753 | Grade: Social Worker Level 4, Occupational Therapist Level 4 & Clinical Psychologist | Applications close: 25 October 2026

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

The Dual Diagnosis (DD) Allied Health Clinician is an advanced practice role within the Mental Health Emergency Team, providing specialised assessment and intervention for individuals presenting to the Emergency Department with co occurring mental health and alcohol or other drug (AOD) concerns. The position delivers a structured and evidence informed approach to care through rapid and comprehensive mental health assessment, AOD screening, and coordinated care planning aimed at improving continuity of care and reducing service fragmentation.

The DD Allied Health Clinician undertakes integrated allied health assessment to bridge critical gaps in the consumer journey. The role guides individuals through assessment, stabilisation, referral pathways, and follow up as clinically indicated, ensuring timely access to specialised treatment and safe, supported transition across services.

The DD Allied Health Clinician works collaboratively with the Mental Health Clinical Nurse Consultant and the Emergency Psychiatry Medical Team, led by the Consultant Psychiatrist, to support appropriate disposition decisions, including admission, discharge, and linkage with community based supports. The role fosters strong qualified relationships across inpatient, outpatient, and community services to meet the complex needs of consumers experiencing dual diagnosis.

This position requires specialist expertise, advanced clinical reasoning, autonomous practice,



and the ability to function with minimal direct supervision. The clinician also contributes to service development, reporting, quality improvement, and evaluation activities within a day-shift rotating roster inclusive of weekend work.

A little about us.

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

ISLHD operates seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

- Career progression,



professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.

- Working With Children Check (WWCC)

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Occupational Therapy or Social Work, with current unrestricted AHPRA registration (Psychology and Occupational Therapy) or eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).

- Psychologists must have completed a minimum of one year at the 9th year band of the NSW Health Psychologists Award, or demonstrate equivalent experience.

This is a temporarily funded position until 25 June 2028 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

- - - - - For role-related queries or help applying, contact Julia Heffernan at [email protected]

ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.

📌 Allied Health Clinician - Mental Health Dual Diagnosis (Warrawong)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Warrawong