CCLHD - Manager Aboriginal Drug and Alcohol Services

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until September 2027
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $91,326 - $121,497
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ703405
Location: Based across Wyong and Gosford 
Applications close: Tuesday 24th November at 11:59pm 
 

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Are you passionate about improving health outcomes for Aboriginal communities and providing culturally safe, person-centred care? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care. Better Health for Everyone. We are seeking a Manager Aboriginal Drug and Alcohol Services to provide cultural leadership, strategic advice and service coordination that supports Aboriginal people accessing Drug and Alcohol services across the Central Coast.

About the Opportunity

As the Manager Aboriginal Drug and Alcohol Services, you will play a key leadership role in coordinating, implementing and monitoring culturally appropriate Drug and Alcohol services for Aboriginal consumers and communities. Working across Drug and Alcohol Services, Aboriginal Health and community partners, you will provide expert cultural advice, support service development and strengthen pathways to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal people.

This position plays an important role in ensuring Aboriginal consumers receive culturally safe, responsive and coordinated care. In this role you will:

• Provide cultural leadership, expert advice and support to Drug and Alcohol Services, Aboriginal Health teams and key stakeholders.
• Support Aboriginal consumers and families through advocacy, referral pathways, care coordination and culturally appropriate interventions.
• Lead service development initiatives and contribute to strategic planning that enhances Aboriginal participation and access to Drug and Alcohol services.
• Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with community organisations, Aboriginal health services and other key stakeholders.
• Promote health education, community engagement, quality improvement and culturally safe practices across the service.

For more information about this role, please view the  Position Description 

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity and a strong connection to community, with the ability to demonstrate how your lived experience and cultural knowledge will contribute to this identified role.
• Relevant qualifications in Drug & Alcohol, Aboriginal Health, Mental Health, or equivalent experience, with a sound understanding of harm minimisation approaches and Drug and Alcohol service delivery.
• Demonstrated experience providing case management, advocacy, referral and support services to Aboriginal consumers, families and communities.
• Experience supporting people with co-existing mental health and substance use concerns.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong partnerships with Aboriginal communities, health services, government and non-government organisations to improve health outcomes.
• Experience providing cultural support, cultural supervision or cultural guidance to staff, along with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Applicants must hold a current Driver Licence, Working with Children Check and be willing to undertake the required criminal record and immunisation checks.                                                                                                                                                                                                     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.

Additional 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.
• Professional development – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.  
• Cultural Supports: NAIDOC leave, access to cultural mentoring and supervision, networking with other Aboriginal staff and health professionals.

Need More Information?

For role-related queries, please contact: Steven Childs
Phone: 02 4394 4880 
Email: Steven.Childs@health.nsw.gov.au 

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-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au 

Click here to find out more about applying for this position. 

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health  

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

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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