Join a leading MHDAS service recognised for excellence in AOD care
Be part of a high-performing team shaping acute mental health care
Live and work in Geelong, a vibrant coastal city with great lifestyle
About the role
As a Senior Mental Health Clinician (AOD) within the Emergency Mental Health team, you will provide specialist assessment, brief intervention and care coordination for consumers presenting with acute mental health and substance use concerns. Working within a 24/7 multidisciplinary service, you will support timely, safe and effective access to Mental Health, Drugs and Alcohol Services (MHDAS) across the Emergency Department and community settings, including PACER responses.
In this senior role, you will deliver clinical leadership and workflow coordination in collaboration with the Team Manager and Consultant Psychiatrist, while working closely with the AOD Consultation Liaison team and broader service network. You will also contribute to service improvement initiatives, strengthen partnerships with internal and external providers, and provide professional supervision and mentoring.
This is a rapid-paced, high-impact role offering the opportunity to lead clinical practice, influence service delivery and improve outcomes for consumers in crisis.
Key Responsibilities
As a senior clinician, you will:
Provide expert AOD assessment, brief intervention and risk management in acute and crisis settings
Deliver clinical leadership and support workflow coordination, in partnership with the Team Manager and Consultant Psychiatrist
Work collaboratively with the AOD Consultation Liaison team and broader MHDAS services
Lead and contribute to service improvement initiatives across EMH, AIS and the wider service system
Strengthen partnerships with internal teams and external service providers,



enhancing care continuity
Provide discipline-specific supervision, mentoring, and student support
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for a senior mental health clinician with demonstrated expertise in AOD and acute mental health care, who can provide clinical leadership, support team workflow, and contribute to service improvement. Strong communication and partnership skills are essential.
Position Description
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
Benefits
Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Attractive salary packaging benefits
Living expenses capped at $9,010
Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
Diversity and Inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child Safety
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Additional information
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Required Agreements
Satisfactory Police Record Check
Immunisation Status Clearance
Working with Children Check (if applicable)
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📌 Senior Alcohol & Drug Clinician, Emergency Mental Health 1 (Geelong)
🏢 Barwon Health
📍 Geelong