Senior Clinician - Stimulant Treatment Program (STP) - Kempsey

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Drug & Alcohol Clinician (Clin Psych/Snr Psych/SWkr L4/Counsellor L4)
Remuneration: $57.30 - $69.84
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ624319
Advertising closes: 12 January 2026
 

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa). 

Looking for a way to make a real impact on our community? Be at the forefront of a dynamic workforce utilising innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions to professionally support people requesting assistance with alcohol and drug use.

With a rewarding career in alcohol and other drugs, you can be part of the vibrant and professional team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

Our benefits:

·         A collaborative, teams-based multi-disciplinary approach to patient care

·         Engaging and intellectually stimulating work

·         A team that is inclusive, respectful, and values the diverse communities it serves

·         A position dedicated to empowering others to achieve their goals

Who we are:

The Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) is a government funded health organisation that covers an area of 11,335 square kilometres extending from Port Macquarie in the south to Coffs Harbour in the north. MNCLHD provides a diverse range of services to a population of approximately 215,000 people. It has a workforce of 4,694 across seven hospital sites and 12 Community Health Centres - About us - Mid North Coast Local Health District (nsw.gov.au) Our local health district is committed to being a child safe organisation, it was important for our teams to learn about the Child Safe Standards and their use as a framework for making organisations safer for children and young people.10 Child Safe Standards recommended by the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse. MNCLHD are the first local health district in Australia to achieve the status of recognition as a Veteran Employment Supporter which recognises organisations for their current workplace policies and practices that support veteran employment. Veteran Employment Commitment

The alcohol and other drugs team work for the greater good through an open, flexible and dynamic, strengths-based approach. We listen to understand, not label.

We are an inclusive and committed team where staff are encouraged to bring their whole self to work and are proud that our team is as diverse as the vibrant communities we support.

What you’ll be doing:

Using innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions, you will professionally support individuals seeking assistance with alcohol and drug use. You will take a trauma-informed approach and provide respectful, person-centred care, tailored to individual’s needs. Central to your role will be employing an individualised, holistic approach to care, incorporating comprehensive care planning to address the diverse physical, emotional, and social aspects of each person’s journey.

Will provide clinical leadership of a new team within the Drug and Alcohol (D&A) Service. The Stimulant Treatment Program (STP) is a small multidisciplinary team that will provide dedicated services for people who use amphetamine type substances (ATS).  The team will cover the Hastings Macleay region with focus on Kempsey. The team will deliver a range of programs that includes, counselling, group support, peer worker support and health checks for people wanting to know more about the effect of their stimulant use. 

The senior clinician of the STP team is responsible for ensuring the delivering of high-quality therapeutic interventions to clients who access the Service and provide clinical leadership and supervision for the team. 

The position will identify opportunities for improvement in clinical practice; develop or lead ongoing quality improvement activities and contribute to the review and development of the service’s policy and procedures. The position is required to ensure that appropriate treatment is conducted in consultation with clients of the service including the development of care plans, gathering of outcome measures and participating in clinical review processes. 

A social worker position in the alcohol and other drugs sector offers a challenging and rewarding specialisation. It provides the opportunity to take pride in the field, with a strong focus on human rights and intellectually stimulating work.

Your contribution as a healthcare professional will have a meaningful and positive impact, which is felt at a community level.

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. 

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.  These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

Are you interested in moving to the Mid North Coast? Learn more at The Welcome Experience. A free service supporting businesses, essential workers and their families who are considering moving or have made the move to regional NSW.

A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.