Drug and Alcohol Consultation Liaison

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.

$126, $129,314.15 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time until 28 June 2026 | Shellharbour Hospital | REQ607146 | Grade: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1 | Applications close: 30 October 2025

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

The Clinical Nurse Consultant (Grade 1) Hospital Drug and Alcohol Consultation Liaison staff will provide assessment and management support of patients with drug and alcohol related conditions during Emergency Department presentations and/or hospital admissions. The aim of Hospital Drug and Alcohol Consultation Liaison (HDA-CL) is to enhance the safety, clinical outcomes, quality and efficiency of services for patients with substance use disorders in hospitals across the ISLHD, including the Safe Assessment Unit (SAU).

The Safe Assessment Unit is a designated unit providing support, early dual diagnosis intervention, and a calming therapeutic environment to patients exhibiting behaviours of concern, including drug and alcohol intoxication and/or withdrawal.

The HDA-CL nurse is a clinical expert who, through leadership, facilitates excellence in research based clinical practice, delivers education and management advice to health care professionals, participates in research and provides professional leadership. The HDA-CL staff model the CORE (Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment) values of the organisation. The position is based out of Shellharbour Hospital, however will be expected to travel across the district including the D&A service at Orana.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Descriptionhere.

A little about us.

The Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) teamwork 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

• Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

• Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Current AHPRA Registration
• At least five years full time equivalent post registration experience and in addition has approved post registration qualifications within the Drug & Alcohol specialty or such other qualifications or experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation
• Valid NSW Drivers Licence

This is a temporarily funded position until 28 June 2026 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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