Alcohol and Other Drugs Clinician, MERIT Program - various locations across NNSWLHD

With a rewarding career in alcohol and other drugs, you can be part of the vibrant and professional team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

Employment Type :Permanent Part TimePosition Classification : Clinical Nurse Specialist Gde2, Psychologist, Counsellor Lvl 3, Occupational Therapist Lvl 3, Social Worker Lvl 3Remuneration :$83,670 - $122,465 per annum, pro rata - dependent on qualificationsHours Per Week :24 & 32Requisition ID :REQ 2 Permanent Part Time positions available Looking for a way to make a real impact on our community? Be at the forefront of a dynamic workforce utilising innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions to professionally support people requesting assistance with alcohol and drug use.

Your contribution as a healthcare professional will have a meaningful and positive impact, which is felt at a community level.

About the role Providing high-quality clinical services and leadership as an integral part of the multidisciplinary health care team for clients accessing the MERIT program via the Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD). MERIT is a Court diversion program that provides the opportunity for suitable Local Court defendants with drug problems to address their drug use, associated lifestyle and health issues. A clinician position in the alcohol and other drugs sector offers a challenging and rewarding specialisation. It provides the opportunity to take pride in the field, with a strong focus on human rights and intellectually stimulating work.

About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.



If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us. You care. We care . Learn more about NNSWLHD here. Relocating to the region? The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster. Learn more at: Join our team and you’ll enjoy:

- Salary packaging and novated leasing – increase your take-home pay
- Fitness discounts – focus on your health and wellbeing
- Growth – access to professional and personal development
- Team culture – work in a collaborative, versatile and supportive team environment
- Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce

Applications Close: 27 October 2026

NNNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community. NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably. To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see . This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015) . You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position. This recruitment may be used to create anEligibility Listfor similar roles in the future. NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

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📌 Alcohol and Other Drugs Clinician, MERIT Program - various locations across NNSWLHD (Lismore)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Lismore