iDAS Manager of Counselling Services

$109,857 – $129,624 per annum + 11.5% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full Time | Health Manager Level 2 | Illawarra Drug & Alcohol Service | REQ544036 | Applications close: 20 January 2025

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

The Illawarra Drug and Alcohol Service Manager Counselling Services is responsible for ensuring staff adhere to best practice principles in the provision of drug and alcohol services to the community and the minimisation of drug related harm. 

Primary responsibilities include appropriate management and coordination of staff, co- ordination of client care, review of clinical practice and the operational management of service processes.   


The Manager works closely and collaboratively and reports to the Manager of Allied Health Services to ensure appropriate leadership in clinical, financial and human resource management.

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

A little about us.

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

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

·         Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information

·         Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

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

·         Tertiary qualification in an allied health related discipline, and/or demonstrated knowledge of health policy, priorities and treatment in relation to the drug and alcohol field.

·         Working With Children Check (WWCC)

·         NSW Drivers Licence

·         Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.

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