Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Clinician

Overview

Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Clinician role with NSW Health. Permanent Full Time position based in Broken Hill, NSW.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialist mental health and drug and alcohol assessment, care planning and case management services for people experiencing mental health and drug and alcohol problems.
• Provide specialist assessment, case management and clinical intervention, consultation and liaison services.
• Ensure that families and carers have input in assessments, care plans and reviews.
• Participate in Outreach and leave relief for the MHDA Services as required.
• Develop and demonstrate cultural competence and a commitment to improving health outcomes of Aboriginal people.

What You'll Be Doing

Same as responsibilities above; the role focuses on frontline specialist clinical work as part of a supportive team providing optimal patient experience.

Qualifications

• Recognised degree/qualification in health or behavioural science such as Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Health Science (with eligibility for NSW Registration/Professional Association where relevant) with a minimum of two years clinical experience in mental health.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills both written and verbal, with intermediate computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite.
• Evidence-based practice and critical thinking applied to advocate for and implement individualised person-centred care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team with a commitment to working with service partners, including carers and NGOs.
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment with mutual respect.
• Active participation in professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancing skills.
• Understanding of ethical practice and the recovery model for patient-centred care.
• Current driver's licence to drive in NSW.

What Is On Offer

• 5 weeks paid annual leave every year
• Salary packaging options with up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k for meal & entertainment
• Isolation & climate allowance
• Fitness Passport
• Novated Leasing
• Support through advanced education & training
• A balanced country lifestyle that supports wellbeing

About The Far West Local Health District

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to communities in far west NSW. It aims to provide the highest quality care using the latest clinical evidence and technological enablers to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare. The workforce is inclusive and diverse, with over 800 clinicians and support staff across nine health facilities in Broken Hill and surrounding towns.

About Broken Hill

Broken Hill is a regional town in far west NSW with a rich history and vibrant community. It offers a relaxed country lifestyle with access to major facilities and services, schools, gyms, retail, and diverse cultural experiences.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position, please address the selection criteria thoroughly:

• Recognised degree/qualification in health or behavioural science (e.g., Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Health Science) with NSW registration/Professional Association eligibility where relevant and at least two years clinical mental health experience.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills with intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Evidence-based practice and critical thinking to advocate for person-centred care.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team with service partners, carers and NGOs.
• Respectful cross-cultural practice and commitment to ethical practice and the recovery model.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development and share expertise with colleagues.
• Current driver's licence to drive in NSW.

For more information or queries contact Tracey Zeiser at Tracey.Zeiser@health.nsw.gov.au. Applications Close: 5 October 2025.

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