Our Benefits
* A collaborative, teams-based multi‑disciplinary approach to patient care
* Engaging and intellectually stimulating work
* A team that is inclusive, respectful, and values the diverse communities it serves
* A position dedicated to empowering others to achieve their goals
* ADO's each month (for full‑time employees)
* Salary packaging options
* Fitness Passport
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Employment type
Permanent Full Time (Part Time will also be considered)
Position classification
Counsellor Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Psychologist, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration
$74,317 – $116,038 per annum (dependent on qualifications) + superannuation + salary packaging
Hours per week
38
Requisition ID
REQ622958
Who We Are
The successful applicant will be located in Armidale as a member of the multidisciplinary Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services (DACS) team. You will work alongside other DACS clinicians to improve health outcomes of clients and conduct assessments and provide counselling to clients engaging with our services.
The alcohol and other drugs team works for the greater good through an open, flexible, dynamic, strengths‑based approach. We listen to understand, not label.
We are an inclusive and committed team where staff are encouraged to bring their whole self to work, and are proud that our team is as diverse as the vibrant communities we support.
What You’ll Be Doing
Using innovative, evidence‑based skills and interventions, you will professionally support individuals seeking assistance with alcohol and drug use. You will take a trauma‑informed approach and provide respectful, person‑centred care, tailored to each individual’s needs. Central to your role is employing an individualised, holistic approach, incorporating comprehensive care planning to address the diverse physical, emotional, and social aspects of each person’s journey.
As the DACS Level 3 Counsellor, you will provide specialised counselling services to clients experiencing challenges with substances, including assessing risk factors, providing individualised interventions, and completing evaluations and reports on the service to ensure effective and efficient delivery.
This position offers a challenging and rewarding speciality, with a strong focus on human rights and intellectually stimulating work. Your contribution as a healthcare professional will have a meaningful and positive impact at a community level.
Criteria
* Must hold a degree in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Counselling or Nursing or an equivalent qualification providing eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association and full registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), where applicable.
* Eligible to drive in NSW and willing to travel for work purposes which may involve driving long distances.
* Demonstrated advanced skills in drug and alcohol counselling including comprehensive assessment, care planning, therapeutic intervention, evidence‑based counselling models, and ability to provide case management principles.
* Demonstrated ability to independently problem‑solve and apply professional and ethical boundaries when working with complex situations as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Awareness of cultural issues and ability to interact with people from diverse backgrounds, providing a non‑judgemental and empathetic approach to Drug and Alcohol clients.
People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.
More Information
* Click here for the Position Description
* Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Patricia Skelton on Patricia.Skelton@health.nsw.gov.au
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements is outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). 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: Thursday 27th November 2025
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