CCLHD - Drug & Alcohol Clinician - Youth Program - Health Clinician Level 1 - 2
Role Title: CCLHD - Drug & Alcohol Clinician - Youth Program - Health Clinician Level 1-2
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 1-2
Remuneration: Dependant Upon Qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Wyong Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ644572
Applications Close: Sunday, 5 April 2026 at 11:59pm
Make a meaningful impact supporting young people and families affected by substance use. Join a dedicated multidisciplinary team delivering evidence based care within the CCLHD Drug and Alcohol Youth Program.
About the Opportunity
This role offers the opportunity to deliver specialised drug and alcohol treatment services to at risk young people and their families, supporting improved health and wellbeing outcomes. You will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team to provide evidence-based care and advocacy in a dynamic clinical environment. In this role you will:
• Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessments and evidence based therapeutic interventions for young people and families affected by substance use.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans, including referral pathways to support recovery and positive outcomes.
• Deliver high quality clinical care and advocacy to support physical, mental, and social wellbeing.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal teams and external agencies to ensure coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, participate in supervision, and contribute to quality improvement and research activities.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and professional registration in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or Nursing.
• Demonstrated understanding of substance use disorders and associated psychosocial and mental health issues.
• Experience delivering therapeutic counselling interventions to young people and families.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, apply clinical reasoning, and contribute to continuous improvement.
This role would be suitable to any of the following:
• Psychologist
• Social Worker Level 1
• Social Worker Level 2
• Occupational Therapist Level 1
• Occupational Therapist Level 2
• Registered Nurse
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities
Need More Information?
Michelle Brooks
Phone: 02 4320 3057 or 0447 619 591
Email: michelle.brooks@health.nsw.gov.au
Click here to find out more about applying for this position.
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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:
- Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
- Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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