Drug And Alcohol Counsellor

Join to apply for the Drug and Alcohol Counsellor role at Northern Sydney Local Health District2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Drug and Alcohol Counsellor role at Northern Sydney Local Health DistrictAre you a dedicated, mental health professional ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of people experiencing drug and alcohol challenges?Join a dynamic team committed to continuous improvement, clinical excellence, and better health outcomes for diverse communities across Northern Sydney.Employment Type : Permanent Full TimePosition Classification : Dependent on qualificationsHours Per Week : 38Requisition ID : REQ582952Salary Per WeekAllied Health Professionals Level 1 / 2 : $1,407.23 - $2,007.59Psychologist : $1,482.56 - $2,169.97Who we are : We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people.

We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible.

Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday.

We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There's a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams' voices.

You'll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities' lives.NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong.

We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination, and racism.Where you'll be workingHornsby - Northern Sydney Local Health DistrictWhat You'll Be DoingThe primary purpose of the Drug and Alcohol (D&A) Counsellor is to provide evidence based assessment, information and treatment for clients who attend all of the D&A centres (Hornsby, St Leonards, Ryde or Northern Beaches).This role will involve a stepped care approach with brief interventions, comprehensive assessment, initiating and managing planned treatment options, consultation and referral to other agencies.People of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.Candidates Will Need To Meet The Following CriteriaConsistently demonstrates behaviours that reinforce the CORE Values of our organisation; Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

Demonstrates these behaviours with all stakeholders; colleagues, direct reports, as well as our patients and consumers, and those that care for them.Recognised qualifications suitable for a mental health professional, such as Psychologist or Counsellor, with current registration through the relevant Professional Board of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, or eligibility for Membership for Social Workers with the AASW.

Hold a current NSW Driver's Licence.Demonstrated current clinical knowledge and experience to effectively manage clinical issues in the assessment and treatment of people with drug and alcohol problems.Previous experience in the assessment and / or management of people with co-morbid substance use disorders and mental health problems.Need more information?Click here for the Position DescriptionFind out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Marlene Gilbert on

• or 0438 927 515.This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases.

The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy .

You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking / Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process.

Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards .Applications Close : 25 May 2025Tentative Interview Dates : 1 July 2025Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Northern Sydney Local Health District by 2xGet notified about new Drug And Alcohol Counselor jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.Hornsby, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoDiversional Therapist (Level 1 / 2) - National Centre for Veteran's HealthDiversional Therapist (Level 1 / 2) - National Centre for Veteran's HealthSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoLiverpool, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoBlacktown, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoRandwick, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way.

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