Position Classification: Psychologist; Social Worker / Counsellor (Lvl 1-2)
Remuneration: $35.78 – $55.17 per hour, dependent on qualifications
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ438532
In this role, you’ll work to minimise the harmful effects of substance use on people, by providing and maintaining a high standard of individualised client care, through the development, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Service.
If you have:
- Relevant qualifications as per the Position Description
- Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team, with effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledge and experience of a variety of evidence-based therapeutic counselling approaches in the AOD field
- Knowledge and understanding of how to apply Trauma Informed Care and harm minimisation principles
- Demonstrated clinical experience in the assessment of AOD issues, implementing counselling approaches, referral, group work and brief interventions
- Experience in working in partnership with government services, non-government agencies and community groups
- Valid unrestricted drivers’ licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment
We can offer you:
- Flexible and supportive work environment
- Diverse career pathways
- Professional and personal development
- Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce
- Challenging, inspiring and rewarding roles, and
- The opportunity to make a difference!
Northern NSW Local Health District embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.
NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably. For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.
- To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see www.border.gov.au
- You may be subject to a probationary period of three months from the date of appointment to this position
- A casual pool may be created from this recruitment
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Mitch Dobbie on [email protected]
Applications Close: 19th October, 2023
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