Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job Share Considered)
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1 / 2, Dietitian Level 1 / 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2, Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse, Psychologist, Social Worker Level 1 / 2, Speech Pathologist Level 1 / 2, Welfare Officer Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $113,226.00 pa pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Negotiable between Coonamble & Coonabarabran, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 28 August 2025 – 11:59pm

ABOUT THE ROLE

Health professional thinking about making a move to Alcohol & other drugs (AOD) services, or early career practitioner? This supportive & rewarding community role ticks all the boxes!
The Alcohol and Other Drugs Clinician, working as part of a multidisciplinary team, is responsible for providing assessment, case management, referral and follow up for clients seeking assistance with substance use problems. This may involve brief interventions, counselling, initiating and managing planned treatment options, consultation and referral to other agencies or crisis management.
The alcohol and other drugs team collaborate for the greater good through an open, flexible and dynamic, strengths-based approach. We listen to understand, not label. The AOD sector offers a challenging and rewarding specialisation, with a strong focus on human rights and intellectually stimulating work.
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 resume
• Answer the selection criteria
  Role-related enquiries: Please contact Vicky Scott on 02 6881 4000 or at Vicky.Scott@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.