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Merit Clinician

4 weeks ago

Sydney Western Suburbs, Australia NSW Health Full time

**Employment Type**:Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
**Location**:Health Services Building Liverpool
**Position Classification**:Social Worker Level 1/2, Welfare Officer Level 1/2, Counsellor Level 1/2, Psychologist***
**Remuneration**:Dependent on Qualifications
Social Worker Level 1/2 - $ 67,442.00 - $ 97,709.00 per annum
Welfare Officer Level 1/2 - $ 67,442.00- $ 97,709.00 per annum
Counsellor Level 1/2 - $ 67,442.00- $ 97,709.00 per annum
Psychologist - $71,240.00- $105,895.00 per annum

**Requisition ID**:REQ407076
**Application Close Date**:25/06/2023
**Interview Date Range**:28/06/2023 - 05/07/2023

**About the Opportunity**
SWSLHD is seeking a compassionate, unprejudiced and dedicated clinician to join the MERIT Team.

The Magistrates Early Referral Into Treatment Program is a voluntary program for people who have matters at participating Local Courts. The program targets people with a drug problem who are eligible and suitable for release on bail and who are motivated to engage in treatment and rehabilitation.

You will have proven clinical skills and the ability to work with complex clients in a Drug, Alcohol and Mental Health setting. Your skills will ensure you can easily manage a multifaceted caseload of clients and provide assessments, evidence based interventions, case management and co-ordination of clinical and welfare interventions.

Working with a small, dynamic and highly experienced team, you will be well supported in your workload. You will have ongoing access to a senior clinician and each month a clinical supervisor will be available to assist in your growth and development. The team holds a wealth of knowledge and is enthusiastic, inclusive and ready to share their experience with new team members.

Life at South Western Sydney Local Health District is rewarding, progressive and diverse and is always focused on achieving our Vision of Leading Care, Healthier Communities.

**What you'll be doing**

The primary purpose of this position is to;
- Provide assessments, evidence based interventions, case management and co-ordination of clinical and welfare interventions to SWSLHD MERIT program clients.
- Provide written and oral reports for clients who remain under Court supervision throughout the program.
- Support the clinical operations of Court Diversion Programs across the LHD.

Magistrates Early Referral Into Treatment (MERIT) Program - The MERIT Program is a local court based voluntary diversion program which targets adult defendants with illicit drug use problems who are eligible for release on bail and motivated to undertake drug treatment. The program is three months in duration, reflecting the average local court bail period.
This service provides options for clients to improve their health and social functioning while reducing crime and increasing quality of life. The working partnership with the court, clinicians and clients helps magistrates administer sentences which can better reflect rehabilitation prospects for successful MERIT clients.
The MERIT office is located at Liverpool and the program operates through a range of courts in South Western Sydney.

**Where You'll Be Working**
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.

**How to Apply**
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible.
- Tertiary qualification as a Registered Psychologist, Social Worker, Counsellor, or Welfare Officer, which provides eligibility for membership with a professional organisation and or current registration with AHPRA where applicable.
- Demonstrated clinical skills in assessment, case management and counselling within a drug and alcohol service.
- Knowledge of the harm reduction approach to drug and alcohol issues and demonstrated experience in the provision of interventions with drug dependent clients.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team
- High level of communication skills, including the provision of written court reports within a given timeframe.
- Demonstrated competence in maintaining clinical records, computer literacy including using Microsoft programs and time management skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to implement quality improvement processes.

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