Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 22 October 2027) (Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1/ 2, Dietitian Level 1/ 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1/ 2, Psychologist, Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 1/ 2, Speech Pathologist Level 1/ 2, Welfare Officer Level 1/ 2
Remuneration: $79,419.00 - $122,465.00 pa ( superannuation salary packaging options) NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply – to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives)
Location: Bourke NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 25 October 2026 – 11:59pm
Health Clinician – Drug & Alcohol – Incentives Offered
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol, Bourke
About the role
Are you interested in working in a Multidisciplinary team within the Drug & Alcohol field? Then this role is for you! Join the Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) Drug & Alcohol team in delivering high quality services.
The Drug & Alcohol team provides a diverse range of Drug & Alcohol services including completing assessments, scheduling counselling appointments, court reports, follow up with GP or other services, developing treatment plans, report writing, advocacy skills, case management skills, counselling skills, and knowledge of trauma informed care.
The alcohol and other drugs teamwork for the greater positive through an open, adaptable and agile, strengths-based approach. We listen to understand, not label. The AOD sector offers a challenging and rewarding specialisation, with a strong focus on human rights and intellectually stimulating work.
Using innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions, you will professionally support individuals seeking assistance with alcohol and drug use. You will take a trauma-informed approach and provide respectful, person-centred care, tailored to individual’s needs. Central to your role will be employing an individualised, holistic approach to care, incorporating comprehensive care planning to address the diverse physical, emotional, and social aspects of each person’s journey.
You’ll work within a harm minimisation framework to assess, implement,
evaluate and document best practice intervention strategies to meet person-centred substance use goals. Using assessment, monitoring and advice you’ll help promote recover for clients going through withdrawal (from all drugs) in community or inpatient settings.
You will be supported by likeminded staff invested in helping people who have complex drug & alcohol issues and be a part of a district-wide team, with learning and development opportunities encouraged and supported.
This role operates within business hours, Monday to Friday.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
Early in your career? Get AHEAD!
Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD’s Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:
· Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
· Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
· Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
· Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information
Hear from our early-career professionals: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program
Helping you Move to Western NSW The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself,
make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
- Click ‘Apply’
- Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
- Upload your current resume
- Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Coral Allen Hore on 02 6881 4000 or at
[email protected] for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
- All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
- Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
- To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
- For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
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