Youth Social Worker/Counsellor Level 3 Psychologist - IOBI - Alcohol and Other Drugs - Port Macquarie
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Drug & Alcohol Clinician
Remuneration: $108,595 - $112,114
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ524206
Advertising Closes: 18 November 2024
Position Classification: Drug & Alcohol Clinician
Remuneration: $108,595 - $112,114
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ524206
Advertising Closes: 18 November 2024
The Opportunity
This role provides a unique opportunity for a clinician, as part of a new team, to contribute to evidence and improve outcomes for young people, families and clients with AOD concerns. There will be extensive training opportunities within this newly developed role.
The In Reach/Outreach/Brief Intervention (IOBI) multidisciplinary team will provide counselling and brief intervention for clients seeking support for AOD concerns and will also provide in reach and outreach services. The In-Reach component will bring the team's community expertise into the hospital care setting. The outreach component will work with individuals with ongoing AOD issues who have had experiences that have impacted them to engage with services.
This role will provide an effective Social Work/Counselling/Psychologist service that addresses the psychosocial aspects of care for young people receiving substance use.
This role is based in Port Macquarie.
Amidst a stunning coastline of rocky headlands and neighbouring the banks of the Hastings River estuary is the vibrant and unspoilt town of Port Macquarie. Located in on the Mid North Coast, New South Wales, Port Macquarie is renowned for its natural beauty, stunning beaches, and abundance of wildlife, offering a distinctive mix of heritage buildings, modern hotels and apartments, diverse dining, shopping and entertainment venues, Port Macquarie has much to offer.
A coastal walk from the town centre to the 19th-century Tacking Point Lighthouse offers views over water, home to whales and dolphins. Take a sunrise swim followed by brekkie overlooking the ocean. Search out art for the home or produce for the pantry, have the luxurious long lunch and meet the wine makers. Hire a BBQ Boat on the river for a relaxed arvo of fishing with friends. Linger over a cocktail and sunset with your mates under fringed umbrellas. Fresh salty air, frolicking dolphins and views to die for.
About you
Do you have qualifications eligible for membership of the Australian Assocation of Social Workers; or qualifications eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia; of a bachelor's degree in counselling or related field? Do you have current clinical knowledge, skills and ability to effectively assess, provide counselling and formulate treatment plans utilizing the principles of trauma informed care in substance use disorders? If so, we want to hear from you!
Are you passionate about providing client centred and trauma informed care. Are you interested in working with people, young people and family members to achieve their goals or make positive health and lifestyle changes around alcohol or other drugs, this role would be well suited for you.
What we offer
With a culture of collaboration, openness, respect and empowerment we offer an interesting work environment and an opportunity to make a positive impact on the delivery and future of rural and regional health. Working with the MNCLHD gives you access to a great range of benefits:
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Paid Maternity, Adoption and Parental Leave
- Allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees
- Salary packaging
- Professional Development and Learning
- Relocation Assistance (via Salary Packaging)
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
The Organisation
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 4,964 across seven hospital sites and 12 Community Health Centres.
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.
A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.
- Qualifications eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers; or qualifications eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia; or a bachelor's degree in counselling or related field, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
- Demonstrated current clinical knowledge, skills and ability to effectively assess, provide counselling and formulate treatment plans utilising the principles of trauma informed care in substance use disorders.
- Demonstrated excellence in completing psychosocial assessments, planning and intervention for complex patient/family presentations in the health context.
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate interagency meetings to coordinate care planning for complex patients.
- Demonstrated commitment and highly developed skills in working autonomously and within a team approach, alongside other disciplines and the broader community on alcohol and other drugs issues.
- Demonstrated ability to participate in and evaluate quality improvement initiatives, research, and service development processes.
- Demonstrated excellence in verbal, written and computer skills, and ability to manage a significant workload.
- Current NSW Driver's License and willingness to travel.
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For role related queries or questions contact Dianne Stewart on dianne.stewart1@health.nsw.gov.au
