Senior Drug & Alcohol Clinician - Magistrates Early Referral into Treatment (MERIT)
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 30/6/2026)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist Level 4, Psychologist, Senior Psychologist, Social Worker Level 4, Welfare Officer Level 4
Remuneration: $77,358.00 - $129,314.165 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Bourke, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 3 June 2025 – 11:59pm
Senior Drug & Alcohol Clinician – Magistrates Early Referral into Treatment (MERIT)
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol - Bourke
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.
We offer a therapeutic milieu, in a non-judgmental manner, to drug dependent persons. You will also be supporting the community, generalist health professionals and general practitioners.
The Drug & Alcohol team provides 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. You will be supported by a dynamic diverse team.
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 Vicky Scott, Hub Manager Dubbo & Regions MHDA on (02) 6881 4185 or at Vicky.scott@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
· 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
