Mental Health Dual Diagnosis Allied Health Navigator - Emergency Department
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
$126,524.00 - $152,992.00 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time until 25 June 2028 | Wollongong Hospital | REQ622316 | Grade: Occupational Therapist Level 4, Social Worker Level 4 , Senior Psychologist | Applications close: 30 November 2025
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The Dual Diagnosis Allied Health (AH) position is a clinician based in the emergency department who works with the Mental Health Emergency Team. Their role is to work with the team to identify consumers who would benefit from a rapid allied health interdisciplinary mental health and drug and alcohol assessment which may inform need for admission or options for discharge with/without alternative services. The Dual Diagnosis AH clinician will conduct transdisciplinary assessment across functional areas, provide brief intervention (if indicated), or escalate referrals to other Allied Health colleagues. They will complete this work in collaboration with the Mental Health Clinical Nurse Consultant and the Emergency Psychiatry Medical Team led by the Consultant Psychiatrist. They may also commence a Mental Health care plan for those being admitted to a mental health unit and inform or support discharge for consumers from the ED.
The Dual Diagnosis AH clinician is a key allied health contact and advocate within the emergency department and will foster close professional links across all roles, facilities and inpatient, outpatient and community services to meet the needs of consumers with a Dual Diagnosis of Mental Health and Drug and/or Alcohol condition. This role requires
advanced reasoning and practice skills as it operates autonomously with minimum direct clinical supervision and support. The AH clinician will also contribute to the development, reporting, and evaluation of the service.
This role will be required to work weekends, and/or across ISLHD facilities.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Current AHPRA Registration or Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
- Valid NSW Drivers Licence
This is a temporarily funded position until 25 June 2028 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information or help applying?
- Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
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- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Julia Heffernan on julia.heffernan@health.nsw.gov.au
