Aboriginal Health Clinician

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to June 2026)

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

Remuneration: $73, $113,226.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)

Location: Negotiable within Western NSW – Find out more

Hours Per Week: 38

Applications Close: 26 August 2025 – 11:59pm

Aboriginal Health Clinician – Virtual Drug & Alcohol

Mental Health Drug & Alcohol

About the role

Are you interested in working in a multidisciplinary team within the drug and alcohol field? Then this role is for you. Join the WNSWLHD Drug and Alcohol teams in delivering high quality services to drug dependent clients.

The Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician functions within a multidisciplinary team, and gives priority to coordination of the recovery of Aboriginal people with a mental illness or disorder, providing expert clinical services in collaboration with consumers, carers and other care providers, using an integrated and person centred approach.

This position will be covering the WNSWLHD Area with virtual and outreach to our regional sites. We offer a therapeutic milieu, in a non-judgmental manner, to alcohol and or drug dependent persons. You will also be supporting the community, generalist health professionals and general practitioners.

The team covers the WNSWLHD area with the main priority for areas that currently not serviced by a Drug & Alcohol team. The team will be providing a diverse range of Drug and Alcohol services including Opioid Treatment, Stimulant Treatment, Psychosocial Services, Addiction Medicine, Cannabis Clinic and Substance Use in Pregnancy and Parenting service. The team has a mix of skills with a focus on Drug and Alcohol dependent clients.

The role is Monday to Friday day shift hours.

You will be supported by a dynamic diverse team.

Challenge yourself. Make an Impact. Shape the future. Join us

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.

To apply for this role:

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

Role-related enquiries: Please contact, Frank O'Neil on or at for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• This is an identified position in accordance with Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977– only suitably qualified Aboriginal people are eligible for this position and are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• 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