Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1/2, Counsellor Level 1/2
Location: Nepean Campus
Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ342274
Applications Close: 09/10/2022

This position is dependent on Qualifications:

Social Work Level 1/2 – ($67,442.00 – $97,709.00)
Counsellor Level 1/2 – ($67,442.00 – $97,709.00)

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,  
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role. 

What we can offer you (for eligible employees): 

• Accrued Day Off (ADO) (for full time employees) 
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging  
• Novated Leasing 
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year  
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 
• Fitness Passport 

 
What you will be doing:  

We are seeking for a driven and passionate Youth Drug and Alcohol Clinician. The role is part of our Drug and Alcohol Adolescent Service based in our Nepean Campus in Kingswood. The position will work within a multidisciplinary and multi-agency approach liaising with key stakeholders both internal to the Drug & Alcohol Service and NBMLHD, and externally with key government and non-government partners including Department of Human Services, Department of Education, General Practitioners, Department of Justice and Drug & Alcohol residential treatment providers.

The Youth Drug & Alcohol Clinician will provide direct frontline services to young people and the youth sector. The core functions of this position are:

• Provide counselling and case management for young people with drug & alcohol issues, as informed by their professional discipline
• Facilitate the development of case management plans in consultation with all relevant parties including addiction medicine specialists and best practice models.
• Provide referral for young people with drug & alcohol issues to appropriate support services and group work programs.
• Help develop and facilitate group work programs as required (in conjunction with other services).
• Provide support for other staff (mainstream drug & alcohol, Youth Sector etc.) in relation to youth drug and alcohol issues.
• Support education and health improvements initiatives for young people experiencing drug and alcohol issues and develop links and partnerships both internal and external to the Local Health District 

If this sounds to be your next career move, we invite you to learn more and apply now.

An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.  

About us: 
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean and Blue Mountains and Lithgow Region.  
    
NBMLHD: is committed to achieving a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, refugees, people of diverse genders and sexuality, and people with disability. 

All NSW Health workers are now required to have received 3 doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine or have an approved medical contraindication certificate. You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful.  

Selection Criteria to be Addressed:

1. A recognised qualifications in Social Work (Level 1 or Level 2), Counselling(Level 1 or Level 2) or equivalent as deemed by the health service and eligibility for membership with relevant professional organisation such as membership of AASW.
2. Demonstrated understanding of the issues and difficulties faced by young people presenting with Drug and Alcohol problems and previous clinical experience working in a counselling environment.
3. Demonstrated experience in providing evidence-based assessment, psychosocial interventions, case management and individual/ group counselling interventions for young people with drug and alcohol problems.
4. Demonstrated partnership building and negotiation skills with a wide range of service providers and well developed understanding of the interface between services.
5. Evidence of an advanced level of verbal/written communication skills, analytical and interpersonal skills and the ability to apply these skills within a Youth Drug and Alcohol Service setting
6. Demonstrated advanced reasoning skills with proven ability to work autonomously and as part of a medically led multidisciplinary team.
7. Experience in, or commitment to, working with individuals and families from Aboriginal backgrounds and/or diverse cultural backgrounds.
8. Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to use for work purpose travel.

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For role related queries or questions contact Rowena Power on [email protected]