MERIT Clinician (Health Clinician Level 1/2 or Psychologist) - Drug & Alcohol Services

Selection Criteria

1. Qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award, and eligibility for membership of related professional organisation (e.g. PACFA, AASW), or full registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA.
2. Demonstrated core competency skills in providing therapeutic counselling and case management to individuals including adults who are affected by drug use, utilising a range of evidence based interventions.
3. Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to proactively engage with patients/clients to enhance service delivery.
4. Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to exercise independent professional judgement on routine matters, commensurate with years of experience.
5. Demonstrate a sound understanding of technology relevant to the work unit and comply with information and communications security and acceptable use policies.
6. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement and evidence based practice and a commitment to ongoing clinical and professional learning.
7. Knowledge of the harm reduction approach to drug and alcohol problems and demonstrated experience in the provision of interventions with drug dependent clients.

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For role related queries or questions, please contact Melissa Kumfor via email at Melissa.Kumfor@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 23 July 2024