Senior Clinician

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Overview

The successful candidate will be located on the Lower Mid-North Coast in close proximity to Forster and Taree, and surrounded by absolute serenity with your choice of picturesque mountains, pristine beaches or tranquil rainforest trails to explore in your free time. You will be part of the MERIT Team that implements programs designed to ensure optimal outcomes for our clients, and you will work collaboratively with your MERIT colleagues as well as the wider Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services (DACS) to achieve these goals.

About The Role

Working as a Senior Clinician in our team means that you will have interactions with clients who have challenges with alcohol and/or other drug use and are engaged in the Local Court Systems for a maximum of 12 weeks. As a Senior clinician on the team, you will be required to lead continuous improvement initiatives whilst also providing evidence based practice to clients who will present to the program. You will be supported by your MERIT and DACS colleagues, as well as the Health Service Manager, District Allied Health Clinical Lead, District Manager and the Court Diversion services. Orientation upon commencement is provided and opportunities to engage in professional development are supported.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives within the MERIT program and provide evidence-based practice to clients presenting to the program.
• Collaborate with MERIT, DACS colleagues, and the wider Health Service teams to achieve optimal client outcomes.
• Provide client-centred care with professional boundaries, empathy, active listening and clear, succinct directions.

About You

In this role, you will be approachable and have a non-judgemental manner. Active listening is a key skill you will need to make your working relationships successful, along with the ability to be professional, implement boundaries and provide empathy where needed. You will also be capable of providing clear and succinct directions, have a client-centred approach, and be confident within yourself as you work to support your multidisciplinary colleagues.

Requirements

• Must hold a degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling, which provides either eligibility for membership of the relevant professional association or full registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Social Workers and Counsellors must have 3 years full-time equivalent experience.
• Eligible to drive in NSW and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes, which may involve driving long distances.

Remuneration and Conditions

Remuneration: $77,358 - $116,038 per annum + super + salary packaging

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Location: Taree Community Health Service | Biripi Country

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ597398

Applications Close: Sunday, 7th September 2025

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.

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Information For Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directives before offer. All new employees must comply with the policy PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases.

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