Drug & Alcohol Clinician - 5 - 10k Incentives Offered

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job Share Considered)

Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1 / 2, Dietitian Level 1 / 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2, Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse, Psychologist, Social Worker Level 1 / 2, Speech Pathologist Level 1 / 2, Welfare Officer Level 1 / 2

Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $113,226.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply – to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives)

Location: Negotiable between Dubbo, Coonamble & Coonabarabran, NSW

Hours Per Week: 38

Applications Close: 22 September 2025 – 11:59pm. Advertising has been extended.

Drug & Alcohol Clinician – 5 – 10k Incentives Offered

Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol

Health professional thinking about making a move to Alcohol & other drugs (AOD) services, or early career practitioner? This supportive & rewarding community role ticks all the boxes

The alcohol and other drugs team collaborate for the greater good through an open, flexible and dynamic, strengths-based approach. We listen to understand, not label. The AOD sector offers a challenging and rewarding specialisation, with a strong focus on human rights and intellectually stimulating work.

Working with likeminded people who provide the best evidence-based treatment to clients. You will participate in completing assessments and developing treatment plans.

Working Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:30am – 5pm. The location for this position is negotiable between Dubbo, Coonabarabran & Coonamble.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

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2. Click 'Apply'
   
3. Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
   
4. Upload your current resume
   
5. Answer the selection criteria
   

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Vicky Scott on 02 6881 4000 or at Vicky.Scott@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
  
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
  
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
  
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children\'s Guardian
  
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
  
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
  
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
  

Note: #RuralHealthIncentive