Drug and Alcohol Community Counsellor

**Join a supportive team committed to holistic care and better health outcomes**

**Remuneration**: $72,152.53 - $113,226.00 Per Annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
**Location**: Nelson Bay / East Maitland / Hunter Region
**Employment Type**: Temporary Full Time
**Position Classification**: Counsellor Lvl 1, Counsellor Lvl 2, Psychologist, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Lvl 1, Social Worker Lvl 2
**Hours Per Week**: 38
**Requisition ID**: REQ590204
**Applications Close**: Thursday, 14th August 2025

**About the Service**

Hunter New England Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services delivers compassionate and person-centred support to individuals navigating substance use challenges.

The successful applicant will join our community counselling teams, which operate across several districts in the Local Government Area. You will be primarily based at our Maitland and Nelson Bay locations, with the flexibility to travel to other surrounding areas as service needs arise.

Our culture is grounded in collaboration, respect and genuine care. We are a multidisciplinary team that values each other’s expertise and supports professional development through mentoring, reflective practice and shared learning.

**About the Role**

As a Drug and Alcohol Community Counsellor, you will:

- Conduct comprehensive assessments for clients seeking support for drug and alcohol use
- Develop individualised treatment plans aligned with client goals
- Provide structured, evidence-based counselling (typically on a weekly basis)
- Facilitate referrals and collaborate with internal and external services
- Support clients in achieving improved health and wellbeing outcomes

This is a rewarding position where no two days are the same. You’ll have the opportunity to work autonomously while staying connected with a team that thrives on mutual support and shared purpose.

**About You**

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

- A strong understanding of and competence in delivering evidence-based drug and alcohol interventions
- Excellent clinical documentation skills, including the ability to complete timely, accurate case notes
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment
- Organisational, analytical and problem-solving strengths
- Confidence managing challenging behaviours and navigating complex client situations with empathy and professionalism

**What We Offer**

You’ll be supported every step of the way by your direct manager, clinical supervisor and a team of experienced colleagues. We offer:

- Comprehensive orientation and onboarding
- Access to ongoing professional development and education relevant to the role
- Opportunities to broaden your skillset and grow within a large, integrated health service

**Additional Information**:

- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
- This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered

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**Information for Applicants**:
**This is a Category A position.** Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

**Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of**benefits**such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.**

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