Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Top End Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs

Job title Nurse Clinical Specialist / Allied Health Senior Specialist, Volatile Substances Designation Professional 3

Job type Full Time Duration Fixed up to 12 months

Salary $117,625 - $131,735 Location Darwin

Position number 24044 RTF 360529 Closing 16/11/2026

Contact officer Samantha Crameri on 08 8944 8702 or [email protected]

About the agency https://health.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=354708
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.

Primary objective
Provide high quality, culturally appropriate and effective care which affects the work processes, services, and clients of the speciality
service.
Context statement
Provide high level quality specialist care to clients with conditions related to Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD), using evidenced based
practice to provide clinical leadership, complete assessments, reviews, recommendations, treatment, therapeutic interventions, education
and consultation on issues relating to AOD for consumers.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide timely, clinically and culturally appropriate allied health services within a multidisciplinary framework.
2. Provide expert advice on program and clinical issues within AOD, particularly volatile substances.
3. Provide leadership, supervision, mentorship and education to staff and students.
4. Independently organise and manage a high-volume complex workload within a agile and evolving work environment to ensure

timelines and health outcomes are met.
5. Initiate, implement and complete research, continuous quality improvement, and service development activities at a local or regional

level to ensure delivery of contemporary AOD services.
6. Lead and/or monitor the achievement of work unit goals and key performance indicators.
7. Foster a positive workplace culture through exemplary leadership practices and role modelling behaviour.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Relevant qualifications in Social Work, Psychology or Occupational Therapy. Eligible for registration with the Australian Association of

Social Workers (AASW) or full registration to practice with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
2. Recent extensive experience working with evidenced based practice to conduct comprehensive assessments, risk assessments,

reviews, recommendations, therapeutic interventions and education on issues related to AOD.
3. Ability to meet the requirements and become an Assessor under the Volatile Substance Abuse Prevention Act 2005.
4.



Demonstrated ability to prepare high standard written reports with proficiency and commitment to use electronic information systems

for the retrieval and management of service delivery records.
5. Demonstrated awareness and understanding of Aboriginal culture and proven experience in working effectively with patients and

families/carers of diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
6. Proven high level communication and interpersonal skills, including well developed negotiation and conflict management skills, with

significant experience working in a team environment to achieve positive health outcomes.
7. Proven ability to efficiently and effectively organise and manage a high-volume complex workload.
8. Current NT drivers’ licence or ability to obtain and the ability to travel to rural and remote areas.
Desirable
1. Post-graduate qualifications in AOD.
Further information
The preferred or recommended applicant will be required to hold a current working with children clearance notice and undergo a criminal
history check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant to the position. This role carries specific
immunisation requirements. For immunisation requirements - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) or Category B
(indirect contact with blood or body substances) - check with contact person.

Approved: August 2026 Sarah Anstey, General Manager - Top End Mental Health - Alcohol and Other Drugs

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Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Top End Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs

Job title Nurse Clinical Specialist / Allied Health Senior Specialist, Volatile Substances Designation Nurse Level 4

Job type Full Time Duration Fixed up to 12 months

Salary $123,717 - $134,257 Location Darwin

Position number 24044 RTF 360529 Closing 16/11/2026

Contact officer Samantha Crameri on 08 8944 8702 or [email protected]

About the agency https://health.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=354708
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.

Primary objective
Supports and provides collaborative, appropriate, proficient, coordinated direct and indirect clinical care for complex client presentations,
including working with and alongside less experienced nursing and midwifery staff,



within the specialty area.
Context statement
Provide high level quality specialist care to clients with conditions related to Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD), using evidenced based
practice to provide clinical leadership, complete assessments, reviews, recommendations, treatment, therapeutic interventions, education
and consultation on issues relating to AOD for consumers.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Apply specialist knowledge, skills, attributes and abilities within a defined practice area in therapeutic and professional relationships

with individuals, as well as with families, groups and communities.
2. Is recognised by the team for their expertise, is a resource for others, and engages in agreed independent practice under the supervision

and management of the team.
3. Accountable for providing sound professional advice and for assessment, planning, review, evaluation and coordination of

comprehensive client care and/or case management within the speciality area.
4. Demonstrate NTH values - safe; responsive; kind – in all decision-making and interactions with consumers and colleagues.
5. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in

order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
6. Foster a positive workplace culture through exemplary leadership practices and role modelling behaviour.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia or eligible for same.
2. Demonstrated highly developed clinical knowledge and skills in a relevant area of nursing/midwifery relating to this vacancy,

supporting well developed clinical decision-making and problem solving to achieve best practice healthcare outcomes.
3. Demonstrate and promote a learning environment through clinical support, instruction, and feedback including mentoring students,

graduates and less experienced staff across the multidisciplinary team.
4. Experience contributing to the development and implementation of local/regional policy, including interpreting established

qualified precedents and organisational policies and supporting change management.
5. Demonstrated use of effective communication skills to influence and convince staff and/or clients, including on sensitive matters

requiring tact and diplomacy.
6. Demonstrates well-developed knowledge and understanding of the social and cultural issues, influences and sensitivities that influence

health care provision for clients and families.
Desirable
1. Graduate Certificate beyond entry-to-practice relevant to specialty area.
Further information
Ongoing appointment is subject to attainment of Graduate Certificate beyond entry-to-practice relevant to specialty area. The preferred
or recommended applicant will be required to hold a current working with children clearance notice and undergo a criminal history check.
A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant to the position. This role carries specific immunisation
requirements. To be eligible for appointment you will be required to meet the immunisation requirements associated with Category A
healthcare worker (direct contact with blood or body substances). Please contact [email protected] for further
information.

📌 Nurse Clinical Specialist / Allied Health Senior Specialist , Volatile Substances (Darwin)
🏢 Department Of Health
📍 Darwin