Drug and Alcohol Counsellor

1 week ago


Nowra, Australia Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District Full time

Looking for a way to make a real impact on our community? Be at the forefront of a dynamic workforce utilising innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions to professionally support people requesting assistance with alcohol and drug use._

$39.01 - $58.52 per hour + 11.5% super & salary packaging **|** Permanent Part Time 20 hours per week**|**Nowra Drug and Alcohol **|**REQ556360 **| Grade**: Social Worker Level 3, Psychologist **|** **Applications close**: 16 March 2025

**Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.**

The clinician is responsible for the provision of person centred; evidence-based care that promotes positive health outcomes. They will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care in collaboration with clients and the multidisciplinary healthcare team. The clinician will work in therapeutic and professional relationships with clients, as well as families, groups, and communities within the Drug & Alcohol Service. Staff are expected to act as an appropriate and effective role model and promote culture and supporting practices that reflect the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment through demonstrated behaviours and interactions with patients, clients, and employees.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the **Position Description**here.

**A little about us.**

The Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) team work for the greater good through an open, flexible and dynamic, strengths-based approach. We listen to understand, not label. We are an inclusive and committed team where staff are encouraged to bring their whole self to work and are proud that our team is as diverse as the vibrant communities we support.

**Benefits of working with ISLHD.**

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Current AHPRA Registration as a Psychologist or Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
- Valid NSW Drivers Licence
- ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees._
- NSW Health is committed to implementing the _Child Safe Standards._

**Need more information or help applying?**
- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
- Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.



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