Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1 / 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2, Psychologist, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 1 / 2, Welfare Officer Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $113,226.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health Incentives – (conditions apply, may be pro-rata’d to your contracted or ordinary working hours – to find out more, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme and Western NSW LHD Incentives)
Location: Dubbo NSW – Find out more

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Court Diversion Clinician, you will provide specialist drug and alcohol services within court diversion programs for clients presenting with substance use issues. Duties include provide evidence-based drug and alcohol assessment, case management and counselling services to patients accessing the MERIT and Drug Court programs.
You will have strong advocacy skills and be proficient in report writing and a knowledge of trauma informed care, interpersonal skills, cultural competence and be an active listener.
WNSWLHD Drug and Alcohol services offers a range of treatment and support services for people with problems from their alcohol, and/or other drugs.
Our goal is to improve health, wellbeing and social outcomes for individuals, families and the community related to drug and alcohol use. Plan, coordinate, and implement in-depth levels of clinical expertise and extensive specialist knowledge within WNSWLHD Drug & Alcohol Service for Adult Drug Court and MERIT, consistent with NSW Health policies, procedures and standards.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
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 resumeAnswer the selection criteria
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  Role-related enquiries: Please contact Jenny Taylor on 02 6881 4000 or at Jenny.taylor@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.