Magistrates Early Referral into Treatment

Overview

Magistrates Early Referral into Treatment (MERIT) Case Manager - Bega - Incentives Offered

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (until 30 June 2026)

Location: Bega

Position Classification: Dependent upon qualifications

Hours Per Week: 32

Requisition ID: REQ599655

Applications Close: 28 August 2025

Interview Information: Scheduled within 10 days of closing

This position qualifies for the NSW Health Rural Incentive scheme with a value of up to $5,000

Join our dynamic workforce utilising innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions to professionally support people requesting assistance with alcohol and drug use. We employ trauma informed practice and a respectful, person-centred approach. An inclusive and committed team, where you can bring your whole self to work.

Where you'll be working

Southern NSW Local Health District covers a large area of the southern half of NSW. It includes the NSW South Coast, Southern Tablelands, Great Dividing Range and Snowy Mountains, with 18 facilities serving more than 200,000 people.

What we offer

• Salary Packaging: up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing
• Corporate Health and Fitness program
• 12% Superannuation on top of your gross income
• Annual Leave Loading

What you'll be doing

MERIT (Magistrates Early Referral into Treatment) is a court diversion program that provides the opportunity for suitable local court defendants with drug and alcohol problems to address their substance use, associated lifestyle and health issues. Responsibilities include engaging with people before the court with a history of or current drug use, and providing assessment and case management as part of a multidisciplinary team to improve lifestyle and health and reduce re-offending. The MERIT Case Manager will provide assessment, intensive case management, support, counselling and treatment to defendants with a drug and/or alcohol issue, who have current legal matters in a Local MERIT Court and MERIT treatment area.

Selection Criteria

• Tertiary Qualifications and current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist OR tertiary qualifications for Social Worker, Counsellor or Welfare Officer with eligibility for membership for the relevant professional association.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of holistic treatment and prevention approaches in the alcohol and other drugs field applicable to people presenting with complex needs, including screening, assessment, brief intervention, withdrawal management, treatment planning, discharge planning, referral, group work and community follow up.
• Applied knowledge and competency in case management and treatment options for people and their families who present with problematic or harmful drug use.
• Demonstrated experience in liaison and partnership with government and non-government services, and community groups.
• Demonstrated leadership within a diverse range of inpatient and/or outreach settings with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team or autonomously.
• Demonstrated high level communication skills, including advanced written and oral communication and competent computer skills.
• Evidence of a current unrestricted driver's licence and the ability to drive/travel as required, including long distances and overnight stays.

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination

This is a Category A position. All new employees must comply with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015. OASV requirements include proof of vaccination against influenza for NSW staff entering Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs) or working in NSW Health RACFs.

Australian Work Rights

Applicants must be Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents, or able to live and work in Australia on a Temporary Visa.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ people, and others who bring diverse experiences.

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries contact Elizabeth Keir at the provided address or phone number.

Rural Health Incentives

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Seniority level

• Entry level

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