Clinical Nurse Specialist - Drug and Alcohol - Incentives Offered
It’s a great time to join Hunter New England Local Health District. Apply now for one of our eligible regional and rural positions. You could benefit under the NSW Health Rural Workforce Incentive Scheme!
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time Until June 2026
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $109,945.46 - $113,556.22 Per Annum + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ528812
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service
The service:
Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services (DACS) aims to improve health and reduce harm for individuals, their families and carers and the wider community.
DACS is a specialist treatment service for people with substance use problems. Harm Minimisation is a key tenet of the model of care. It is a multidisciplinary service that includes nursing, medical and allied health clinicians alongside peer support and Aboriginal health workers. DACS operates in a range of community, outpatient and inpatient settings, providing prevention, early intervention drug and alcohol assessment and treatment counselling and case management throughout Hunter New England Health.
DACS is a specialist treatment service for people with substance use problems. Harm Minimisation is a key tenet of the model of care. It is a multidisciplinary service that includes nursing, medical and allied health clinicians alongside peer support and Aboriginal health workers. DACS operates in a range of community, outpatient and inpatient settings, providing prevention, early intervention drug and alcohol assessment and treatment counselling and case management throughout Hunter New England Health.
The role:
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Clinical Nurse Specialist to lead impactful case management for complex clients in both community health and inpatient settings. As part of an expert group that includes Registered Nurses, Clinical Nurse Consultants, Allied Health Specialists, and Transitional Nurse Practitioners, you will provide individualised, case-managed care aimed at maximising health outcomes within a multidisciplinary framework.
In this role, you will utilise advanced clinical skills to assess, plan, organise, evaluate, and deliver high-quality nursing care tailored to each patient’s needs. You will collaborate with HNE Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services to support primary treating teams for patients with substance use issues, while also providing a Drug and Alcohol Consultation Liaison service to emergency departments, inpatient wards, and outpatient clinics. Your contributions will help shape specialty clinical practices and service delivery, and you will have the opportunity to deliver in-service training to enhance clinical staff’s understanding and competence in managing substance dependence.
We offer a comprehensive orientation and ongoing external education opportunities, along with full support from our team, including mentorship from a Clinical Supervisor and access to monthly DACS education sessions. Strong communication skills and a valid driver's license are essential for this role.
If you are ready to take your career to the next level and make a meaningful difference in patient care, we want to hear from you! Join us at Tamworth Community Health and be part of a dedicated team committed to improving the lives of our patients.
Tamworth Community Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The location:
In this role, you will utilise advanced clinical skills to assess, plan, organise, evaluate, and deliver high-quality nursing care tailored to each patient’s needs. You will collaborate with HNE Drug and Alcohol Clinical Services to support primary treating teams for patients with substance use issues, while also providing a Drug and Alcohol Consultation Liaison service to emergency departments, inpatient wards, and outpatient clinics. Your contributions will help shape specialty clinical practices and service delivery, and you will have the opportunity to deliver in-service training to enhance clinical staff’s understanding and competence in managing substance dependence.
We offer a comprehensive orientation and ongoing external education opportunities, along with full support from our team, including mentorship from a Clinical Supervisor and access to monthly DACS education sessions. Strong communication skills and a valid driver's license are essential for this role.
If you are ready to take your career to the next level and make a meaningful difference in patient care, we want to hear from you! Join us at Tamworth Community Health and be part of a dedicated team committed to improving the lives of our patients.
Tamworth Community Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The location:
In the heart of the New England region of NSW, Tamworth comes with plenty of country swagger. Visit at any time of year and you’ll enjoy stellar food and wine – and generous portions. And then there are the outdoor activities, with plenty of adventure on the horizon. Perhaps the main reason to visit is to immerse yourself in the world of country music, whether you’re attending the annual Country Music Festival or visiting the 12-metre-high Golden Guitar.
Benefits:
Benefits:
- Earn an extra $10,000 for your first year and $5,000 every year after with the rural health incentives.
- Tamworth typically offers more affordable housing options compared to major metropolitan areas. You can often find larger homes or properties with more land for the same price as a smaller apartment in a city.
- Overall living costs, including groceries, utilities, and transportation, are generally lower in rural areas like Tamworth, allowing for better financial stability and savings.
- Tamworth has a range of public and private schools that often have smaller class sizes, allowing for more personalised attention and a strong community focus.
- Comprehensive orientation and ongoing external education opportunities.
- Access to monthly DACS education sessions.
- Supportive team and mentorship.
- ADO's each month (for full time employees).
- Salary packaging options.
- Fitness Passport.
Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme:
This vacancy is eligible for an Attraction and Relocation package that includes the following*:
- Attraction incentive paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance of up to $10,000 for the first 12-months
- Retention incentive of up to $5,000 thereafter annually
*All payments and reimbursements made to part-time employees will be on a pro-rata basis.
Attraction incentives will be paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance on top of your base salary + 11.5% superannuation.
Other forms of payment/package options (where you are eligible) need to be negotiated with the Convenor and may include**:
- Additional annual professional development days (up to 5 more per year).
- Additional personal leave (up to 5 more days per year).
- Computer/internet reimbursement (e.g. laptop, wi-fi costs)
- Return airfare to and from your work base (or equivalent motor vehicle allowance) so you can still visit family and friends.
**The total value of your incentive package would remain the same. Employees are responsible for seeking independent financial advice before accepting an Attraction and Retention Incentive package as part of their offer.
Transferring of incentive packages will depend on the location, position, and time served by the health worker in their current position. Eligibility to transfer existing incentive packages will be determined and approved by the health organisation. Health workers who are receiving incentive packages and are changing or moving positions should discuss the impacts with their manager or local Workforce Rural Health Incentive Team via HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au to discuss your eligibility prior to applying if you are already receiving an incentive package.
Requirements:
- Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse.
- Post-registration qualifications relevant to the area of specialty with at least 3 years post-registration experience within the clinical area of specialty.
- Eligible to drive in NSW and willing to travel for work purposes.
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description.
- Find out more about applying for this position.
Closing date: Monday, 11th November 2024
Information for Applicants:
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full-time and part-time vacancies.
This position is full-time however job share arrangements will be considered.
To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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